Forklift & Yard Operator — Growth, Benefits & Impact

Bristol Waste Company; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

BUPA Health Cash Plan and EAP

Onsite physiotherapist and Cycle to We

Learning and progression opportunities

Discounts at 900+ retailers

Employee recognition awards and long‑s

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Job summary

Bristol Waste Company is seeking a site operative to load, transport and unload waste materials in line with safety and legal requirements. The role includes operating the sort-line, baler, and forklift, plus maintaining equipment cleanliness and relevant paperwork.

Successful candidates will have a full UK driving licence and a counterbalance forklift licence, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team and respond to training needs. Salisbury-like site duties apply.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence and Counterbalance forklift licence are essential.
• Ability to organise and prioritise work and to work independently or as part of a team.
• Able to communicate effectively and use basic computer skills.
• Willingness to work bank holidays and Saturdays and capable of lifting boxes and recyclable materials.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate vehicles and equipment in line with licences, procedures and training.
• Operate the sort-line and baler, minimising downtime and handling waste according to policy.
• Operate a counterbalance forklift and rotator attachment (training provided).
• Operate other machines (balers, plant machinery) with training provided.
• Maintain high standard of site, vehicle and equipment cleanliness and complete required paperwork.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Forklift licence (Counterbalance)

Prioritisation and planning

Independent and team worker

Effective communication

Basic computer skills

Job description

Bristol Waste Company is seeking a site operative to load, transport and unload waste materials in line with safety and legal requirements. The role includes operating the sort-line, baler, and forklift, plus maintaining equipment cleanliness and relevant paperwork.

Successful candidates will have a full UK driving licence and a counterbalance forklift licence, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team and respond to training needs. Salisbury-like site duties apply.