Part-Time Facilities Operative - Waste & Grounds

BCA (Berkshire College of Agriculture); Taplow; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave + bank holidays

LGPS pension

Free on-site parking

Career progression

Subsidised leisure courses

Cycle to Work

Family friendly policies

Onsite cafe & cafeteria

Wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Berkshire College of Agriculture (BCA) is seeking a Facilities Operative – Waste and External Areas to join our Estates Department at the Taplow campus. The role is part-time, 25 hours per week, working Monday to Friday 11:00 to 16:30 with a 30-minute lunch break and some weekend work may be required.

You will manage waste and recycling, litter-picking, cleaning bin compounds and external surfaces, and assist with operating vehicles and machinery.

Qualifications

• Experience in facilities maintenance or grounds care preferred.
• Willingness to undergo enhanced DBS check and safeguarding processes.
• Ability to operate college vehicles and machinery with care.

Responsibilities

• Daily emptying of waste and recycling bins across campus.
• Collect rubbish from college buildings and around grounds.
• Regular litter picking to keep the campus immaculate.
• Keep bin compounds clean and safe; clean external windows, signs and surfaces.
• Perform heavy porterage tasks; may operate college vehicles or machinery.
• Liaise with external cleaning contractors and support open days (weekends possible).

Skills

Waste management

Vehicle operation

Grounds maintenance

Health & safety awareness

Attention to detail

Job description

Berkshire College of Agriculture (BCA) is seeking a Facilities Operative – Waste and External Areas to join our Estates Department at the Taplow campus. The role is part-time, 25 hours per week, working Monday to Friday 11:00 to 16:30 with a 30-minute lunch break and some weekend work may be required.

You will manage waste and recycling, litter-picking, cleaning bin compounds and external surfaces, and assist with operating vehicles and machinery.