FLT / Waste Operative - Days

Abm; Wynyard; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facility services provider in Wynyard is seeking a Cleaning / Waste Operative for a full-time position. The role involves working within a team to deliver janitorial and waste removal services in a physically demanding warehouse environment. Candidates should possess a strong attention to detail, effective communication skills, and a willingness to learn cleaning methods. Benefits include access to a 24/7 GP and mental health support.

Benefits

24/7 GP access

Mental health support

Get Fit Programme

Financial and legal support

Cycle to work scheme

Employee perks app

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable and flexible approach to work.
• Physically fit for active role.

Responsibilities

• Work within janitorial and waste removal team in a warehouse.
• Provide high janitorial service in washrooms and welfare areas.
• Handle waste generated on site safely.

Skills

Knowledge of cleaning methods or willingness to learn

High attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Excellent communication skills in English

Job description

Location: Wynyard

Shift Pattern: 4 On / 4 Off Rota

Hours: 48 Hours / Week

Rate of Pay: £

Status: Full Time / Permanent

Overview of Job Description

ABM Facility Services UK are looking to recruit Cleaning / Waste Operative’s on a full-time permanent basis for a high profile client within the Wynyard area. The successful candidate will need to display the ability to work as part of a team in a physically demanding, fast paced environment that provides janitorial and waste removal services for the client. Our teams consist of ambitious and motivated individuals who contribute to making a fun and friendly working environment.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Working within our great janitorial and waste removal team in a warehouse environment, carrying out duties effectively and efficiently.
• Providing a high janitorial service both internally and externally in welfare areas, such as washrooms, break rooms and the canteen, social areas, such as reception, offices and the locker room and production areas, such as the main production floor.
• Handling waste generated on site via the approved waste streams and ensuring that this is ready for transportation.
• Using both walk‑behind and ride‑on sweepers and scrubber‑dryers, along with other cleaning equipment. Ensuring that all equipment is kept clean, well maintained and in a safe working order.
• Being responsive to any spillages and callouts from the clients on site team.
• Communicating effectively with your team and line manager – we all work together.
• Wearing protective clothing (PPE) and complying with Health & Safety legislation and policies.
• Working on your own initiative as well as part of a team and exhibiting great communication skills and being able to confidently communicate with team members and those of the client.
• Undergoing full training on all cleaning methods and cleaning equipment.
• Full training will be provided.

Person Specification

• Satisfactory response from Disclosure Board at a basic level and knowledge of health and safety
• Knowledge of cleaning methods or a willingness to learn
• High attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to quickly adapt to a very busy operational environment
• Reliable and flexible approach to work
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• This is an active role that requires you to be physically fit

Essential

• Willingness to participate in the company’s screening process including completing a basic DBS check and submitting to random drug and alcohol testing

Desirable

• First Aid at Work certificate

Benefits

• 24/7 GP: Both you and your immediate family can speak to a UK‑based GP from the comfort of your own home
• Mental Health support and Life Event Counseling
• Get Fit Programme
• Financial and legal support
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access Perks at Work, our innovative employee app where you can find:
• Perks: discounts, gift cards, cashback, and exclusive offers
• Life: Search for resources and tools on topics ranging from family and life to health, money and work
• Support: Online chat or telephone service for urgent support in a crisis

About ABM

ABM (NYSE: ABM) is one of the world’s largest providers of integrated facility, engineering, and infrastructure solutions. Every day, over 100,000 team members deliver essential services that make spaces cleaner, safer, and efficient, enhancing the overall occupant experience.

ABM serves a wide range of market sectors including commercial real estate, aviation, mission critical, and manufacturing and distribution. With over $8 billion in annual revenue and a blue‑chip client base, ABM delivers innovative technologies and sustainable solutions that enhance facilities and empower clients to achieve their goals. Committed to creating smarter, more connected spaces, ABM is investing in the future to meet evolving challenges and build a healthier, thriving world. ABM: Driving possibility, together.

ABM are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief. We are proud members of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme.