Waste Operative: Forklift Cert, Safety Focus, Outdoor

Mitie; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits platform (Choices)

MiDeals discounts

Cycle-to-work scheme

Virtual GP

Salary Finance options

Life cover

Mitie Matching Share Plan

Mitie Stars rewards

Job summary

Mitie in Peterborough is hiring a Waste Operative to join the Waste and Cleaning team. The role involves collection, movement, sorting, processing and dispatch of waste and other materials including the compaction of waste and cardboard, with a 2pm–10pm shift.

You will hold a current Counterbalance FLT license, be prepared to work outdoors in all weather, pass a DBS check and drug/alcohol screening, and communicate clearly in English while following safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Current Counterbalance FLT license/certification.
• Experience in waste management or related field preferred.
• Strong attention to safety procedures and details.
• Good English communication; able to work independently or in a team.
• Physical ability to lift and move heavy objects.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather.

Responsibilities

• Undertake collection, movement, sorting, processing and dispatch of waste and materials.
• Operate and monitor equipment and ensure health and safety compliance.
• Support On-Site Waste Coordinator to meet site objectives.
• Pass DBS check and drugs/alcohol screening prior to starting.

Skills

Forklift license

Waste management experience

Safety procedures

Teamwork & fast pace

Physical ability

Clear communication

Job description

Mitie in Peterborough is hiring a Waste Operative to join the Waste and Cleaning team. The role involves collection, movement, sorting, processing and dispatch of waste and other materials including the compaction of waste and cardboard, with a 2pm–10pm shift.

You will hold a current Counterbalance FLT license, be prepared to work outdoors in all weather, pass a DBS check and drug/alcohol screening, and communicate clearly in English while following safety procedures.