Waste & Environmental Operative – Safer, Greener Facilities

Gov Facility Services Limited; March; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Gov Facilities Services Limited (GFSL) is recruiting a Waste & Environmental Operative for HMP Whitemoor, a Category A prison, to manage waste and recycling in line with current legislation.

You will join the Facilities Maintenance Team, working Monday to Friday, 39 hours per week, within a safety‑conscious, custodial environment. The role collaborates with plumbers, electricians, carpenters, and cleaners to maintain a secure, rehabilitative facility.

Qualifications

• Experience of working within a Total Facilities Management (TFM) environment
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements, including manual handling and COSHH
• Ability to undertake manual handling and physical work
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritise tasks, and work both independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of waste legislation, Duty of Care and environmental compliance (desirable)
• Experience within a custodial, secure or regulated environment, or of contractor supervision or escort duties (desirable)

Responsibilities

• Manage the establishment's waste and recycling in line with Simpler Recycling legislation
• Escort contractors around site
• Help drive sustainability across the prison

Skills

TFM experience

Health and Safety

Manual handling

Prioritise tasks

Teamwork

Waste legislation

Job description

Gov Facilities Services Limited (GFSL) is recruiting a Waste & Environmental Operative for HMP Whitemoor, a Category A prison, to manage waste and recycling in line with current legislation.

You will join the Facilities Maintenance Team, working Monday to Friday, 39 hours per week, within a safety‑conscious, custodial environment. The role collaborates with plumbers, electricians, carpenters, and cleaners to maintain a secure, rehabilitative facility.