Waste Operative

Role outcomes

-Removal of waste or recycling from residential and business properties and public land/highway in accordance with Health and Safety guidelines and Codes of Practice. Carry out grounds maintenance and cleansing as directed in a safe working manner within Codes of practice. (80%)

-Responsible for cleaning locations where spillages and split bags have taken place and responsible for safe removal of hazardous substances. Ensure areas are left clean and tidy after collections

/operations, including replacement of bins. (15%)

Report unsafe working practices to line manager. (5%)

-Collecting various types of waste and recycling from commercial and residential properties throughout the city. (45%)

-Cleanse public land, highways, and main roads as directed by line manager. (20%)

Carry out grounds maintenance as directed including using mechanical hand tools such as pedestrian mower, strimmers and hedge cutters. (20%)-

-Functional skills in English and Maths level 1, and/or the ability to follow straightforward oral and written instructions and keep basic work records,

-Knowledge of Health and Safety in an operational environment

-Knowledge of customer care standards

Knowledge of Road Traffic Legislation and Safety -Knowledge of recycling materials -Trained in Manual Handling.-

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