Job Introduction
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Part time
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20 hours per week
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Any 4 days out of 7 days
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£13.45 per hour
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Free parking
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Opportunities for career development
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Plus our Sodexo employee benefits package
Waste Operative
Tutbury - Part time
Operational excellence begins with you.
At Sodexo, we’re passionate about our people. We know that our teams are the key to delivering exceptional service and creating quality experiences for our clients, customers, and employees. Build a name with big-name businesses.
As a Waste Operative with Sodexo, you'll enhance the services of our vibrant corporate site, offering a helping hand to ensure flawless facilities operations and keep things running smoothly.
What you'll do:
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Collect and transport a variety of waste streams from across the site, including manufacturing, general and recyclable waste.
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Ensure waste is correctly segregated and disposed of in line with site waste procedures.
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Help promote recycling and responsible waste management across the site.
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Operate Teletrucks, forklift trucks, ride-on sweepers and other waste-handling equipment safely.
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Carry out daily checks on forklifts and waste-handling equipment, reporting any faults or concerns promptly.
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Operate waste-handling plant and power-cleaning equipment as required.
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Clean and maintain waste bins, containers, machinery, work areas and external yard areas.
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Ensure waste containers are safe and secure before they are moved or removed.
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Carry out minor repairs to waste bins and equipment using basic hand tools.
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Move materials and equipment safely around the site.
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Respond to scheduled tasks as well as additional requests to support the needs of the operation.
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Identify and report incorrect waste disposal, leaks, potential fire risks, security concerns and other hazards.
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Follow Safe Systems of Work, Health & Safety procedures and all relevant waste-management requirements.
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Wear and use the appropriate protective clothing and PPE provided.
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Complete any training required to carry out the role safely and effectively.
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Work closely with colleagues, managers and other teams to provide a reliable and professional service.
What you'll bring:
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A current Industrial Teletruck Licence – essential for this role.
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A good understanding of waste management and waste segregation.
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Previous experience working within waste operations or a similar industrial environment would be advantageous.
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Experience operating forklifts, Teletrucks or other waste-handling equipment.
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A strong commitment to Health & Safety and safe working practices.
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Good communication and interpersonal skills.
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The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
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A reliable, proactive and flexible approach to work.
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Good attention to detail with the confidence to identify and report hazards or operational issues.
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Basic IT skills, including the ability to use Microsoft Office applications.
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A customer-focused approach and the ability to communicate professionally with colleagues, managers and customers.
Why Sodexo?:
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater.
Belong in a company and team that values you for you.
Act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions.
Thrive in your own way.
We also offer a range of perks, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:
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Unlimited access to an online platform offering wellbeing support
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An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or life's larger problems, including legal and financial advice, support with work or personal issues impacting your wellbeing
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Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service
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Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 across popular big-brand retailers
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Save for your future by becoming a member of the Pension Plan
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Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools
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Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit
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Sodexo UK and Irelands enhanced benefits and leave policies
A little more 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 100million 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, SoTogether, 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 here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.
Ready to be part of something greater?
Work with the best in the business.
Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications
