Waste Porter

Sodexo; Colchester; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

At Sodexo, we're looking for a Waste Porter at Colchester Hospital, where you will play a vital role in supporting patient care through effective waste management. Join a dedicated team that ensures a clean and welcoming environment for patients and staff, with opportunities for personal development and various benefits including mental health resources and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Mental health and wellbeing resources

Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access

Discounts on high street brands

Full training and protective uniform provided

Cycle to Work scheme & volunteering opportunities

Flexible working and a dynamic team environment

Competitive pay

Qualifications

• Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling tasks.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced hospital environment.
• Understanding of infection control and safe handling practices.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport waste and recycling to designated disposal areas.
• Operate on-site waste compaction equipment and monitor for contamination.
• Maintain a clean and hygienic refuse area.

Skills

Responsibility

Reliability

Teamwork

Customer-focused attitude

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Portering or Customer Services qualification

Job description

Healthy outcomes start with positive patient experiences.

• 37.5 hrs pw 5/7 to include weekends 06.00 - 14.00 / 14.00 - 22.00
• £12.36 - £18.75 per hour
• Location is Colchester Hospital

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Job Introduction

Healthy outcomes start with positive patient experiences.

As a Waste Porter for Sodexo at Colchester Hospital, you'll play a key role in supporting patient care and protecting the environment through the safe and effective handling of waste and recycling materials.

You'll be part of a dedicated team that ensures the hospital remains a clean, safe, and welcoming space for patients, visitors, and staff.If you're someone who takes pride in doing a vital job well - and you want to make a meaningful difference - we'd love to hear from you.

What you'll do:

• Safely transport waste and recycling to designated disposal areas

• Operate on-site waste compaction equipment and monitor for contamination

• Maintain a clean and hygienic refuse area in line with environmental and infection control standards

• Monitor the condition of waste equipment and report issues promptly

• Work as part of a responsive team delivering ad-hoc and scheduled waste collections

• Provide additional support with portering duties when required (e.g., transporting medical equipment, specimens, etc.)

• Ensure all tasks are completed in accordance with Sodexo and NHS policies on Health & Safety, Confidentiality, and Environmental Management

What you bring:

Essential

• Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling tasks

• A strong sense of responsibility and reliability

• Ability to work in a fast-paced hospital environment

• Understanding of infection control and safe handling practices

• Friendly, professional attitude with a customer-focused approach

• Strong team player who is flexible and proactive

Desirable

• Previous experience in a waste or portering role

• Knowledge of NHS waste regulations and procedures

• NVQ Level 2 in Portering or Customer Services qualification

What we offer:

Working at Sodexo isn't just a job - it's a chance to make a difference every day. You'll be part of a supportive team, act with purpose, and thrive in a role where your work matters. We also offer a range of benefits to support you and your loved ones:

• Mental health and wellbeing resources
• Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice & personal support)
• Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access
• Discounts on high street brands for you and your family
• Salary finance tools and financial wellbeing resources
• Retirement savings plan and life insurance
• Full training and protective uniform provided.
• Opportunities to gain experience through learning and development.
• Cycle to Work scheme & volunteering opportunities.
• Flexible working and a dynamic team environment
• Competitive pay

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply now and bring your energy, purpose, and passion to Sodexo.

We may close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications - so don't wait!

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all.As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer.We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities.We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We're a Disability Confident Leader employer.We're committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Click hereto read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.

Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

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