Waste Operator

CBRE; Melton Mowbray; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is seeking a reliable Waste Operator to manage day-to-day waste handling at a busy pet food manufacturing facility in Melton Mowbray. You will collect, transport and record waste streams, ensuring site hygiene and environmental compliance while supporting operational efficiency.

The role requires forklift operation, basic IT data entry and flexibility to cover continental shifts when needed. A full UK driving licence is required and training for FLT is provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in waste management, manufacturing or warehousing.
• Basic digital/IT literacy to input waste data.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Waste Collection & Transport: collect and transport waste containers using FLT and EVs.
• Equipment Operation: operate waste processing equipment following SOPs.
• Waste Data Capture: log waste generation data using basic IT tools.
• Site Compliance & Housekeeping: maintain clean and safe waste areas in line with health and safety standards.
• Flexible Shift Cover: provide continental shift coverage when requested.

Skills

FLT licence

IT literacy

Full UK driving licence

Flexible shift availability

Tools

Forklift Truck (FLT)

Job description

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management. We are recruiting for a Waste Operative Waste Operator

Location: Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire

Shift Pattern: Mon-Fri, 07:30 - 16:00 (Standard)

Note: Continental shift cover required to support team holiday requests.

Role Overview

We are seeking a reliable and safety-conscious Waste Operator to manage day-to-day waste handling operations at our pet food manufacturing facility. In this role, you will be responsible for collecting, processing, and recording waste streams across the factory floor, ensuring high standards of site hygiene, environmental compliance, and operational efficiency

What You’ll Do

• Waste Collection & Transport: Efficiently collect and transport waste containers throughout the manufacturing site using Forklift Trucks (FLT) and electric vehicles.
• Equipment Operation: Safely operate waste processing equipment, including compactor units and balers, following standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Waste Data Capture: Use basic IT tools and systems to log and accurately track waste generation data.
• Site Compliance & Housekeeping: Maintain clean, safe, and compliant waste management areas in line with factory hygiene and health & safety standards.
• Flexible Shift Cover: Provide holiday cover for team members on continental shift patterns when required.

What You’ll Need

• Experience: Previous experience in a waste management, manufacturing, or warehousing environment (pet food/FMCG experience is a plus).
• Licences: Valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck (FLT) licence is desirable but full training will be provided.
• IT Skills: Basic digital/IT literacy to accurately input operational waste data.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work flexible shift patterns (continental cover) to support planned holiday requests.
• Attributes: Self-motivated, attentive to health & safety protocols, and able to work well independently as well as part of a wider team.
• Full UK drivers licence needed.

Working Conditions & Hours

Standard Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:30 to 16:00.

Shift Flexibility: Requirement to cover continental shifts during staff leave.

Workplace Environment: Fully on-site at a busy pet food manufacturing facility.

About CBRE Global Workplace Solutions

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

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