Waste Operative

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LOCATION: Spirit, Belfast SHIFT PATTERN: Monday to Friday, 36 HOURS PER WEEK PAY RATE: £12.83 per hour Purpose: Play an integral part in delivering effective recycling and waste services; ensuring receptacles are emptied; recyclables are separated to secure best rebate value; and waste services complement rather than disrupt other business activities. Adherence to safe systems of work and maintenance of excellent housekeeping standards. Key Responsibilities Service Provision - Review & adhere to safe systems of work, policies & procedures - Adhere to a 'clean as you go' approach - Wear PPE as directed and maintain in good condition - Decant/empty waste receptacles as required - Ensure waste streams are segregated properly - Moving waste receptacles to ensure provision in areas of need - Coordinate provision of bins, skips and collections by waste contractors - Ensure adherence to work schedules - Ensure waste management does not disrupt client operations - Operate balers & compactors and other equipment (e.g. for cardboard or plastic) - Promptly report defects of equipment - Complete check sheets as required - Maintain excellent housekeeping of all waste areas (including signage & labelling) - Support communication & awareness activities as required - Liaise with Site Waste Manager to deliver customer satisfaction Personal Development - Willingness to attend training programmes as requested. - Willingness to take on new skills to enhance the company's profile and service offering, as per training received. Personal Impact - Ensure full uniform and ID badges are worn at all times. - Maintain a professional and tidy appearance at all time. - Arrive on time for your shift. Quality Management and Health and Safety - Ensure compliance with and actively promote Health & Safety at work. - Ensure all PPE is worn, where applicable. - Report accidents, incidents and near misses of any nature to your Line Manager immediately, or prior to end of the shift. Skills and Experience Essential Criteria: - A full, clean driving licence. Desired Qualifications: - Licensed forklift operative (counter balance). Desired Experience: - Experience as a waste recycling operative. - Has worked at manufacturing facility. Desired Skills: - Experience within the relevant industry, or a similar environment. - Time spent in a customer service environment. - Experience working within a results-orientated environment. Attitude / Motivation: - Confident. - Flexible, reliable, responsible, calm under pressure. - Willing to undergo training/coaching in line with organisational philosophy. - Positive attitude towards and supporting of change. - Motivated by a desire to provide a professional service.

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