WHAT IS ON OFFER Alfred H Knight has an exciting opportunity for a Waste Operative to join our Energy Services team in Rotherham, UK. As a Waste Operative you will be required to sort and weigh various waste streams including household black bag waste. This role needs to be undertaken efficiently and accurately in order to provide our clients with the knowledge they require. You will be working with the Deputy Sampling & Sample Preparation Manager to ensure that an effective and high-quality service is provided to meet reporting deadlines. Our waste Analysts are required to undertake various analytical tasks including undertaking composition analysis, and sample preparation in accordance with our procedures and the requirements of ISO 17025. ABOUT US Alfred H Knight is a totally independent, family owned business spanning five generations. A global network of strategically placed offices and laboratories enable global trade by providing independent inspection, analysis and consultancy services to the metals and minerals, solid fuels and agriculture industries. We have honed & carefully crafted our reputation. Delivering knowledge and professionalism in all aspects of weighing, sampling and analysis. We thrive by continuing to re-invest in our facilities, technology and people. Click here to find out more about AHK. DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES? To be successful at Alfred H Knight you will need to display the following: REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND WORK EXPERIENCE Essential: Highly organised with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inform others. Open and honest at all times. Strong relationship building skills internally and externally. Highly motivated, with the ability to work on my initiative in a dynamic work environment with changing priorities. Positive ‘can do’ attitude. Strong quality focus with a strive for excellence. A team player, working alongside others with positivity and respect. A willingness to take full ownership of the role and to go above and beyond. Proficient IT skills – Microsoft and Google applications Good numeracy skills. Working away from home as required by contracts for up to a week at a time. A full UK driving licence with ability to drive up to 3.5-ton van. Travel: Travel and work rotations as dictated by work schedules and the needs of the business. The role is based in the UK and will require both UK and international travel. BENEFITS We are offering an excellent opportunity with a salary and benefits package to match including pension, life assurance and an employee assistance programme. If you are invited to interview, please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to the recruitment process that will enable you to perform to the best of your ability. Alfred H Knight is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment and hence welcomes applications from all sections of the community.