Waste Operative - NHS (7am–8pm rota)

University Hospital Southampton NHS FT; Southampton; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS pension

Annual leave

Employee discounts

Job summary

University Hospital Southampton NHS FT is seeking a Waste Operative to join the Estates team at UEL. You will help ensure a clean, safe, and sustainable environment for patients, staff, and visitors, collecting and transporting waste across the hospital site and following national regulations.

You’ll receive full training, a rotating 7am–8pm schedule across seven days, and be part of a team that keeps the hospital running smoothly every day. NHS pension and annual leave are included.

Qualifications

• Experience in waste handling or environmental services is preferred.
• Ability to follow procedures and use initiative.
• On-the-job training provided to meet role requirements.
• Good communication with colleagues across the organisation.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks and work to timetables.

Responsibilities

• Collect and safely transport waste from clinical and non-clinical areas.
• Segregate waste per policies and regulations.
• Operate waste handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain cleanliness and order in waste storage areas.
• Support the Facilities team to provide a reliable service.

Skills

Positive attitude

Team player

Health & safety awareness

Flexible schedule

Job description

University Hospital Southampton NHS FT is seeking a Waste Operative to join the Estates team at UEL. You will help ensure a clean, safe, and sustainable environment for patients, staff, and visitors, collecting and transporting waste across the hospital site and following national regulations.

You’ll receive full training, a rotating 7am–8pm schedule across seven days, and be part of a team that keeps the hospital running smoothly every day. NHS pension and annual leave are included.