Job Title: Waste Operative (Nights)
Reference:
Hours: 37.5 Hours per week
Pay: Band 2: £24,465 per annum, pro rata
Location: Bolton NHS Foundation Trust, Kinlay Road, Farnworth, Bolton, BL4 0JR
Overview:
We have an exciting opportunity for a Waste Operative to join our Portering team on a permanent basis. This position is well-suited to a team player with a customer focused approach and is looking to gain experience within a healthcare environment.
Job Role:
* Keep ward and department disposal cupboards clear of all waste at all times and move to outside collection points, ensuring that all waste remains segregated during transportation.
* To be proficient in driving/using the relevant vehicles/trailers within the hospital environment and when collecting from the external sites that are covered by the Trust.
* Conduct daily tug/van maintenance checks to ensure, lights, horn, tyres etc., are all in working order and health and safety compliant. Report all defects with tugs/equipment/van to supervisor/Line manager
* To undertake a weekly cleaning of electric vehicles trailers and Van.
* To ensure that clinical waste containers are kept locked at all times.
* To ensure that clinical waste containers are tagged with the correct colour coded waste stream.
* Cleaning of Domestic Waste Bins with pressure washer, as requested.
* To keep working area clean and tidy
* The role requires the individual to stand, walk, lift, kneel, bend and crouch for long periods.
Qualifications, Experience and Skills:
* Ability to work as part of team as well as independently
* Ability to take and understand basic instructions
* Ability to communicate effectively with Supervisors and colleagues
* Ability to work under pressure and respond to changing demands at short notice
* Willingness to undertake mandatory training and any other training identified by the service / organisation.
* Flexible approach
* Ability to follow schedules and procedures within work areas
* Ability to accurately report and record work activities according to procedures
*This role is subject to a Standard DBS *
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Integrated Facilities Management (iFM) Bolton Ltd is a wholly owned subsidiary of Bolton NHS Foundation Trust. We provide facilities management services at the Royal Bolton Hospital and the surrounding community health centres. Most inpatients will come into contact with iFM Bolton staff during their stay through our various services.
Our company is one built with local people at the heart of everything we do. Our services ensure the smooth running of the health care services within the community of Bolton. Our colleagues are dedicated professionals who share a passion to provide the best service possible. If you want to work for a company that makes a difference, supports the local community and is the backbone of vital services within healthcare, then look no further.
Integrated Facilities Management Bolton Ltd
Royal Bolton Hospital,
Minerva Road, Farnworth, Bolton, BL4 0JR