Waste Operative 3 Nights

Mitie; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company is seeking a Night Waste Operative in Peterborough. Responsibilities include collecting, moving, sorting, and processing waste. The role requires a valid forklift license and physical capability to handle heavy objects. This position offers competitive pay and flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle.

Benefits

Market-leading flexible benefits scheme

Virtual GP access

Cycle-to-work scheme

Life cover

Mitie Matching Share Plan

Qualifications

• Previous experience in waste management or related field preferred.
• Experience in Health & Safety training.
• Understanding of waste management and environmental legislation.

Responsibilities

• Collect, move, sort, process and dispatch waste and materials.
• Monitor the performance of equipment.
• Work compliant to Health and Safety regulations.

Skills

Valid forklift operator license/certification

Strong attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently and in a team

Physical ability to lift and move heavy objects

Job description

Job Title: Night Waste Operative

Pay rate: £14.65 per hour

Contract Type: Full Time

Type of Employment: Fixed Term Contract (3 Months)

Hours: 36 hours per week

Shift Pattern: 6 pm - 6 am, Thursday - Saturday (Night Shift)

Location: McCormick (UK), 5 Forli Strada, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, England, PE7 3HH

Qualifications

• Valid forklift operator license/certification
• Previous experience in waste management or related field preferred
• Strong attention to detail and adherence to safety procedures
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Physical ability to lift and move heavy objects
• Excellent communication skills and a positive attitude

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

• Collect, move, sort, process and dispatch waste and other materials including compaction of waste and cardboard.
• 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 and follow PPE guidance.
• Hold a current Counterbalance FLT license and work outdoors under extreme weather conditions.
• Pass a DBS check and drug/alcohol screening test prior to starting.

The ideal candidate will have experience in Health & Safety training, an understanding of waste management and environmental legislation, have previous experience in the use of static balers and compactors and also be capable of carrying out strenuous tasks.

Benefits

• Market‑leading flexible benefits scheme provides benefits that suit your lifestyle.
• Virtual GP available for you and members of your household, accessible by video or phone.
• Financial wellbeing assistance through our Salary Finance scheme – access 50% of earned pay before payday for a small fee, and competitive loans.
• Customisable choices via the flexible benefits platform, Choices – select from dental insurance, dining cards, coffee clubs, technology product discounts and more.
• High street discounts from thousands of well‑known retailers, gyms and more through our MiDeals platform.
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• Life cover – greater of your equivalent annual salary or £10,000 (minimum).
• Save‑as‑you‑earn scheme.
• Mitie Matching Share Plan – possibility of free shares in Mitie.
• Mitie Stars recognition – cash prizes each month and a top prize of £10,000 at year‑end.

Our success is a direct result of the experience and quality of our people. Progressing your career is therefore a top priority for us. We offer a diverse variety of training and development avenues via a wide selection of learning resources to suit you.

Since 1987, Mitie's 76,000 employees have been maintaining companies globally. We are the UK's leading facilities management and professional services company, and our clients range from household names in banking, critical government sites as well as hospitals and schools.

Join our Mitie Team. Together our diversity makes us stronger.