Waste Operative

Mitie; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cleaning services provider in Harrogate is seeking a Front of House Assistant to perform cleaning duties and adhere to Health & Safety regulations. The role includes ensuring equipment cleanliness, reporting issues, and following a fixed shift pattern with weekend work. Candidates should be flexible and willing to undergo training. Full personal protective equipment will be provided. This position is essential for maintaining high standards in a busy environment.

Benefits

Full training provided

Personal protective equipment

Qualifications

• Must fit into the required shift pattern.
• Ability to work in a team and maintain standards.
• Full training provided for the role.

Responsibilities

• Ensure cleaning equipment is maintained and safe.
• Comply with Health & Safety and company regulations.
• Report any maintenance defects to the Duty Manager.

Skills

Flexible approach

Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations

Attention to detail

Job description

Company name: MITIE Clean Environments

Job Title: Front of House Assistant (FHA)

Reporting to: Front of House Manager

Work schedule: 35 hours per week – 14:00 to 22:00, 22:00 to 06:00 (4 on 2 off roster). All shifts include some weekend working. Fixed shift start/finish times.

Job objectives and responsibilities

• Work within the Transport Team, carrying out duties effectively and efficiently in accordance with contractual requirements.
• Follow the Company's Health, Safety and Quality procedures.
• undertake successfully the training matrix specific to this role.

Main duties

• Ensure all equipment is kept clean, well maintained and is a safe working order (e.g. PAT tested).
• Have a full knowledge and understanding of the designated cleaning process, including the agreed work specification and time allocated to each task.
• Complete tasks to an agreed level of cleanliness in line with the contract and relevant SLA's, carrying out all daily, weekly and periodic tasks as directed by Duty Manager/Management.
• Have a full working knowledge of all cleaning equipment, materials and approved chemicals used within the premises and attend all necessary training.
• Comply with the requirements of Health & Safety, other relevant legislation and premises policies.
• Log in and out using the agreed process – this must be an accurate record of the operatives contracted hours and reflect the start time and finish time on a daily basis.
• Work in line with the client's safe working practices and airport requirements and ensure others abide by the same rules.
• Be aware of material expenditure and avoid unnecessary waste.
• Report any maintenance defects to the Duty Manager.
• Understand and observe MITIE PFI's and Client site rules at all times.
• Maintain a high standard of personal hygiene and dress appropriately.
• Wear protective clothing (PPE) as issued.
• Observe all Company and Client statutory fire and safety regulations and promote good safety habits.
• Deal with complaints within the job holder’s duties and report these immediately to the Cleaning Supervisor.
• Perform miscellaneous cleaning duties as apparent or as instructed by the Duty Manager/Management.
• Undertake any other related duties within capability and as directed by the Duty Manager.
• Carry out all duties within the premises including the use of rotary machine and all aspects of cleaning throughout the premises.
• Office cleaning, litter picking of external areas including car parks, grit (full UK driving licence required – vehicles will be 4x4 L200, Transit Tipper), hand gritters, jet washing, gum removal.
• Full training and uniform provided.

Person Specification

• Must fall into the required shift pattern as deemed suitable to meet contractual requirements.
• Have a flexible approach to the role.

Working within the Mitie values and behaviours

• People: Treat all colleagues with respect, challenge when necessary, welcome advice, be open and honest, believe in safety and following rules.
• Helpful: Work together to achieve best for clients and Mitie, share information, build relationships, respond positively to requests, look out for each other.
• Inspiring: Support and encourage each other to develop, lead by example, set clear expectations, listen and learn from others, prevent recurrence of incidents.
• Passion: Add passion to create something special.
• Spirited: Do good things for others, environment, community; value diversity, show team spirit, set new standards, pride in work and fun.
• Fresh thinking: Encourage skill development, career progression, recognition for a job well done.
• Pioneering: Bring new ideas, try new things, support innovation, consider other viewpoints, embrace new thinking and technologies, build health & safety into everything.

Health and Safety responsibilities

• Follow Group and company policies and procedures at all times.
• Report any apparent deficiencies in systems of work or equipment that may result in failure of service delivery or risk to health and safety or the environment.
• Use all work equipment and personal PPE properly and in accordance with training received.
• Report any issues or training needs to your Line manager and/or via the divisional incident reporting system.