Waste Operative

Mitie Group plc.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service provider in Manchester is seeking a Waste Operative to join their Waste and Cleaning team. The role involves collecting, sorting, processing waste, and requires a current Counter Balance FLT license. The ideal candidate should have experience in Health & Safety training and be capable of working outside in various weather conditions. This full-time position offers competitive pay and a range of benefits including a flexible benefits programme.

Benefits

Flexible benefits programme

Virtual GP

MiDeals discounts

Cycle-to-work scheme

Life cover

Mitie Matching Share Plan

Mitie Stars recognition

Qualifications

• Must pass a DBS Check and drugs/alcohol screening test.
• Prepared to work outside in extreme weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Undertake the collection, movement, sorting, and dispatch of waste.
• Monitor the performance of equipment and comply with Health and Safety regulations.

Skills

Current Counter Balance FLT license

Good level of English communication

Detail-conscious with excellent time-management skills

Job description

Waste Operative

Company: Mitie

Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

Date Posted: 2025-11-08T02:54:50Z

Valid Through: 2026-02-06T02:54:50Z

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Salary: £12.71 per hour

Description

Job Title: Waste Operative

Pay Rate: £12.71 per hour

Contract Type: Full Time

Type of Employment: Permanent

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Shift Pattern: Shift Timings (06:00-14:00, 14:00-22:00 & 22:00-06:00) (4 on/2 off)

Location: Manchester Airport, Manchester, Greater Manchester, England, M90 1QX

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. You should be capable of working and staying compliant with Health and Safety regulations, monitoring the performance of equipment, and providing support to the On‑Site Waste Coordinator to complete site objectives while following PPE guidance.

Requirements: Hold a current Counter Balance FLT license, be prepared to work outside including in extreme weather conditions, have a good level of English communication, be detail‑conscious with excellent time‑management skills to meet tight deadlines, and pass a DBS Check plus a drugs/alcohol screening test prior to starting.

Ideal candidate qualifications: Experience in Health & Safety training, understanding of waste management and environmental legislation, previous use of static balers and compactors, and capability to carry out strenuous tasks.

Benefits: Flexible benefits programme (choices in dental insurance, dining cards, coffee clubs, technology purchasing), virtual GP, Salary Finance scheme, MiDeals discounts, cycle‑to‑work scheme, life cover (greater of equivalent annual salary or £10,000), Mitie Matching Share Plan, Mitie Stars recognition with cash prizes.

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