Waste Bin Runner

Mitie Group plc.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training

Uniform provided

Job summary

Mitie Group plc. is hiring a Waste Bin Runner for Manchester Airport. The role involves collecting and disposing of waste across Landside and Airside areas, with emphasis on cleanliness and safety.

The position is permanent, full-time (30 hours per week) at the Home Office, Manchester Airport site. You will need to hold a full UK driving licence and be over 21, with basic experience in waste segregation and strong customer service skills. Training and uniform are provided.

Qualifications

• Must be over 21 years old and hold a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Waste collection and disposal across airport locations.
• Cleaning and maintaining service yards and signage.
• Engaging with passengers and staff while representing Mitie.

Skills

Driving licence

Teamwork

Customer service

Waste segregation

Health & safety

Weather adaptability

Job description

Job Title: Waste Bin Runner
Hourly Rate of Pay: £13.45
Contract Type: Permanent
Type of Employment: Full Time
Total Weekly Contractual Hours: 30
Location: Home Office, Manchester Airport, Terminal 1, Manchester, Greater Manchester, England M90 3EX
Requirement: Candidate must be over 21 years of age, hold a full UK driving licence, and have at least 2 months' driving experience.

As a Waste Bin Runner at Manchester Airport, you will play a crucial role in maintaining a clean, safe, and environmentally responsible environment. Your main duties will include the collection, segregation, and disposal of waste across various airport locations, ensuring compliance with waste management regulations and sustainability practices. You will also be responsible for maintaining service yards, reporting issues, and providing excellent customer service to passengers and staff.

Key Responsibilities:

Waste Collection & Disposal:

• Emptying and cleaning a variety of waste bins across the airport, including:

• Ash bins
• Terminal bins (Landside & Airside)
• Front-of-building bins
• Washroom bins
• Foreign Object Debris (FOD) bins (Airside)
• Oil can bins (Airside)
• Car park bins
• Viewing Park bins
• Check-in desk bins

• Replacing bin bags as necessary and ensuring bins are clean and presentable.

Cleaning & Reporting:

• Cleaning and maintaining signage across the airport and reporting any missing or damaged signage to Manchester Airport Group (MAG).
• Identifying and reporting any failures in waste segregation to ensure compliance with airport sustainability goals.
• Cleaning and maintaining service yards, keeping them tidy and free from hazards.

Customer & Passenger Interaction:

• Engaging with airport staff and passengers in a professional and courteous manner.
• Providing assistance and guidance where necessary, ensuring a positive customer experience.
• Representing Mitie with professionalism, following airport security protocols and behaving in a manner that reflects the high standards of Manchester Airport.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Previous experience in waste management, cleaning, or a similar role is desirable but not essential.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills and a customer-friendly approach.
• Basic understanding of waste segregation and recycling best practices.
• Awareness of health & safety regulations, particularly in a high-security environment such as an airport.
• Willingness to work in outdoor and indoor environments, in all weather conditions.

Additional Information:

• Full training and uniform will be provided.
• Shift work may include early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.
• Candidates must pass background checks and security clearance as per airport regulations
• Full Manual Driving license with no more than 6 points on license
• Randow Drug & Alcohol tests will be carried out

Why This Role is Important:

The Waste Operative role is vital to ensuring that Manchester Airport remains a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for passengers and staff. Proper waste management helps maintain hygiene standards, reduces environmental impact, and enhances the airport's reputation. Your work will contribute directly to passenger experience, operational efficiency, and sustainability goals.

Join Mitie and be a part of a team that takes pride in keeping Manchester Airport clean and safe for all