Waste Operative/ Porter

Grundon Waste Management Ltd; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Health Cash Plan

Discounted Gym Membership

Cycle to Work Scheme

Mobile Phone Discounts

30 day’s annual leave (inclusive of BH

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Refer a Friend Scheme

Job summary

Grundon Waste Management Ltd in Kingston upon Thames is seeking two Waste Operatives/Porters to support NHS waste management at Kingston and Richmond Hospitals. You will operate waste handling equipment, load and unload vehicles, and help ensure safety and compliance.

Join a team focused on environmental responsibility and high standards of housekeeping, with benefits including pension, life assurance, health plans, and generous leave.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of COSHH and infection prevention principles.
• Safe manual handling practices.
• Experience in waste handling, ideally healthcare or clinical setting.
• Familiarity with NHS procedures and Health & Safety requirements.
• Strong communication, organisation, and record-keeping with attention to detail.
• Flexible, proactive approach; able to work independently or in a team.
• Willingness to work in environments with PPE, dust, odours and dirt.

Responsibilities

• Operate waste handling equipment and machinery safely and efficiently across the hospital site.
• Collect, transport and manage clinical and domestic waste to support essential NHS services.
• Carry out routine waste collections, replacing bins and cleaning containers to maintain high hygiene standards.
• Operate waste compactors and baling cardboard in line with environmental and compliance procedures.
• Ensure waste is handled, stored and secured correctly, following site and regulatory requirements.
• Complete documentation accurately and report defects, hazards or incidents promptly.
• Participate in training and work to established procedures with high safety and confidentiality.

Skills

COSHH knowledge

Infection prevention

Manual handling

Waste handling

NHS procedures

Communication

Organisation

Record-keeping

Teamwork

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Hours 7am-6pm Monday to Friday (4 on 4 off)
Salary: Competitive

At Grundon, we are looking for two Waste Operatives/Porters to join our team and support the day to day delivery of our essential NHS waste management service at Kingston and Richmond Hospitals.

By joining Grundon, your contributions will make a real difference as we work together by showing the world that there is more to waste than it seems.

Reporting to the Client Engagement Lead, you will play a key role in supporting Grundon’s mission to leave a better planet for future generations. Working as part of our NHS waste management team, you will be responsible for operating waste processing equipment, loading and unloading vehicles, inspecting and segregating waste materials, and maintaining high standards of housekeeping across the site. You will also help ensure all activities are carried out safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with health, safety, and environmental procedures.

Benefits

• Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Health Cash Plan
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Mobile Phone Discounts
• 30 day’s annual leave (inclusive of bank holiday)
• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Refer a Friend Scheme

What will you do

• Operate waste handling equipment and machinery safely and efficiently across the hospital site.
• Collect, transport and manage clinical and domestic waste to support essential NHS services.
• Carry out routine waste collections, replacing bins, and cleaning containers to maintain high hygiene standards.
• Operate waste compactors and baling cardboard in line with environmental and compliance procedures.
• Ensure all waste is handled, stored, and secured correctly, following site and regulatory requirements.
• Complete documentation accurately and reporting any defects, hazards, or incidents promptly.
• Participate in training and ensure you work to established procedures while maintaining the highest standards of safety, professionalism, and confidentiality.

About you

• Knowledge of COSHH regulations, infection prevention, and control procedures.
• Understanding of safe manual handling practices.
• Experience of waste handling and disposal, ideally within a healthcare, clinical, or waste management environment.
• Familiarity with NHS procedures and Health & Safety requirements is desirable.
• Strong communication, organisation, and record-keeping skills, with attention to detail.
• A flexible, proactive approach with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable working in demanding environments, including exposure to clinical waste, dust, odours, and dirt while using appropriate PPE, with a commitment to confidentiality, dignity, and patient privacy
• Full UK driving licence and access to transport, or the ability to commute independently to the hospital site.

About Grundon

Grundon is the UK’s largest family-owned supplier of integrated waste management and environmental services. We offer a whole host of waste collection, treatment and disposal services, all aimed at helping businesses of all shapes and sizes reduce their environmental impact, maximise resources and find value in their waste. Additionally, at Grundon Sand & Gravel we proudly produce and source high-quality aggregates in a responsible and sustainable way.

We take great pride in our heritage and our distinctive approach, which is true to our company values which are integreity, caring, excellence and curiosity.

At Grundon, we are dedicated to creating a diverse, equal, and inclusive workplace. We believe great ideas come from everywhere, and we’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, heard, and empowered to thrive.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career within waste management, this is your opportunity to join us.

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