Job Description
Job Title: Environmental Services Operative
Location: Coventry
Job Type: Permanent
Shift: Days
Salary: Up to £26,000 per annum
Environmental Services Operative Position:
To assist in the day-to-day operation of the Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC), ensuring efficient and safe disposal and segregation of domestic waste. Provide high-quality customer service to members of the public while maintaining environmental, health, and safety standards.
Environmental Services Operative Responsibilities:
* Assist and direct members of the public using the recycling facility, ensuring a smooth and safe customer experience.
* Promote and support the segregation and recycling of waste materials to minimise cross-contamination.
* Receive, identify, and separate hazardous and non-hazardous waste in accordance with site permit requirements.
* Maintain cleanliness and orderliness across the site, including surrounding areas.
* Carry out manual handling duties in line with health and safety guidelines.
* Ensure waste containers are available and correctly positioned at all times.
* Complete accurate records and documentation required by environmental legislation and site procedures.
* Operate site machinery and equipment (e.g., forklift truck, telehandler, 360 rehandler) where appropriately licensed.
* Conduct safety inspections and audits to maintain a secure working environment.
* Provide cover for related departments such as Stores when necessary.
* Support the development and implementation of site improvements and new initiatives.
Environmental Services Operative Experience:
* Experience working in an outdoor, manual environment
* Comfortable working alone or as part of a team
* Understanding of waste management processes and legislation (desirable)
* Familiarity with operating plant and machinery (desirable)
* Experience in customer service or dealing with members of the public
* Ability to manage and de-escalate potentially challenging situations
Reach out to Ewan Smyth at Stirling Warrington to learn more about the Environmental Services Operative position.
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