Make a fresh start in a company that cares.
Join a team that values you for being you, as a Waste Operative & Teletruk Handler at Tutbury (DE13 9LY)! Bring your enthusiasm for a job well-done to our facilities services team, in a role where you will play a crucial role in maintaining our site's cleanliness and safety. Join a team that values you for being you. Valued. Recognised. Rewarded.
What you’ll do:
Undertake collection of various waste streams including, manufacturing, domestic and recyclable wastes from all departments and buildings around site.
Ensure the correct segregation of all the waste streams collected to meet waste policy.
Encourage recycling materials within your area of work.
Drive ride-on sweepers and forklift trucks within the site boundaries.
Routine Daily checks of electric forklifts and waste handling equipment ensuring operational fitness. Reporting any faults to the Waste Supervisor/ Management.
Undertake minor repairs to waste bins and other equipment using a range of simple hand tools.
Ensure security of waste bins before removal (e.g. not overfull, lid secured and locked)
Immediately report any leaks from clinical waste bins and notify the Waste Supervisor/ Management, taking all appropriate sections prescribed in the safe systems of work documentation.
Be conversant with the Safe Systems of Work procedures as they apply to the waste collection incidents.
Operate waste handling plant and equipment.
Operate power-cleaning equipment.
Clean waste bins and containers.
Clean work areas and machinery.
Maintain and clean factory yard.
Movement of materials and equipment.
Respond to and complete tasks, schedules or by ad hoc requests as per company policy and scope.
Undertake any training required to carry out the duties of the post.
Identify and report all waste disposal problems including incorrect disposal by users and potential fire / security hazards.
Comply with Health and Safety requirements understanding and using safe working practices and utilizing proactive clothing as prescribed and provided.
This is not an exhaustive list of duties. The duties may change from time to time in line with the needs of the service and will be discussed between the manager and the postholder.
What you bring:
Experience in waste management is a bonus, but a willingness to learn is key
Familiarity with waste disposable procedures
Strong attention to safety procedures
Effective communication and teamwork skills
What we offer:
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:
Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support
An Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work related issues or personal issues such as bereavement
Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service
The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family)
Easily accessible learning and development routes, offering opportunities to grow and succeed throughout your career with Sodexo
Save for your future by becoming a member of the Mercer Aspire Pension Plan
Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit
Ready to be part of something greater?
Join a team that values you for being you.
Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications
Package DescriptionWaste Operative & Teletruk Handler
Monday to Friday weekends as and when required
8hr shifts
40 hours per week
£12.73 per hour + Sodexo benefits
Free parking onsite
Subsidised canteen
Free refreshments
About The CompanyAbout 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.
Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.
