Waste Porter

Vox Network Consultants; Essex; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company is seeking a Waste Porter to ensure cleanliness and safety in a hospital environment. This role involves transporting waste, operating waste compaction equipment, and adhering to health and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have great physical fitness, attention to detail, and a team-oriented attitude, contributing to essential health services.

Qualifications

• Good physical fitness and confidence in manual handling tasks.
• Knowledge of infection control and safe handling practices.
• Ability to work in a busy hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport waste and recycling to disposal areas.
• Operate waste compaction equipment and check for contamination.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the refuse area.

Skills

Physical fitness

Dependability

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Portering or Customer Services

Job description

Vox Consultants are recruiting a Waste Porter for a Facilities Management Company.

Work Details:

• 37.5 hours per week, shifts from 6am to 2pm or 2pm to 10pm.
• Work schedule includes 5 out of 7 days a week.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Safely transport waste and recycling to designated disposal areas.
• Operate on-site waste compaction equipment and check for contamination.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the refuse area, adhering to environmental and infection control standards.
• Monitor waste equipment regularly and report faults or issues promptly.
• Collaborate with the team for scheduled and ad-hoc waste collections.
• Assist with portering duties, such as transporting medical equipment or specimens.
• Ensure all duties comply with NHS policies on Health & Safety, Confidentiality, and Environmental Management.

What You’ll Bring:

Essential:

• Good physical fitness and confidence in manual handling tasks.
• Responsibility and dependability.
• Ability to work effectively in a busy hospital setting.
• Knowledge of infection control and safe handling practices.
• Professional, friendly, and customer-focused attitude.
• Team-oriented, adaptable, and proactive approach.

Desirable:

• Experience in waste handling or portering roles.
• Knowledge of NHS waste management procedures and regulations.
• NVQ Level 2 in Portering or Customer Services.