Waste Operative

Mitie Group plc.; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Waste Operative responsible for the collection, movement, and processing of waste. The role requires a current Counter Balance FLT license and a commitment to health and safety regulations. Candidates must be able to work outdoors and possess strong time management skills. This permanent full-time position offers an hourly rate of £12.60.

Qualifications

• Current Counter Balance FLT license required.
• Prepared to work outdoors in extreme conditions.
• Experience in Health & Safety training essential.

Responsibilities

• Comply with Health and Safety regulations.
• Monitor equipment performance.
• Support On-Site Waste Coordinator with site objectives.

Skills

Counter Balance FLT license

Good level of communicative English

Time management skills

Tools

Static balers

Compactors

Job description

Job Title: Waste Operative

Hourly Rate of Pay: £12.60

Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time

Total weekly Contractual hours: 40.5

Location: Hull Royal Infirmary, Craven Building, Anlaby Road, Kingston upon Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire, England, HU3 2JZ

Overview

We are looking for a Waste Operative to join the Waste and Cleaning team to undertake the collection, movement, sorting, processing and dispatch of waste and other materials including the compaction of waste and cardboard.

Responsibilities

• Work and stay compliant to Health and Safety regulations.
• Monitor the performance of equipment.
• Provide support to the On-Site Waste Coordinator to complete site objectives.
• Follow PPE guidance.

Qualifications

• Hold a current Counter Balance FLT license.
• Prepared to work outside, including in extreme weather conditions.
• Good level of communicative English.
• Detail conscious and excellent time management skills to follow tight deadlines.
• Pass a DBS Check and undertake a drugs/alcohol screening test prior to starting.
• Experience in Health & Safety training.
• Understanding of waste management and environmental legislation.
• Previous experience in the use of static balers and compactors.
• Capacity to carry out strenuous tasks.