Belmont Recruitment are currently seeking experienced Waste Operatives to work with an organisation based in the Tyne and Wear area. These are full-time roles working 40 hours per week. Shift patterns are 7am-3pm or 12pm-8pm, Monday to Friday. Temp to perm opportunities are available for the right candidate.
Overview:
The role involves safely carrying out operations under prescribed working procedures to effectively collect, process, sort and manage customer waste.
Main Duties:
* Ensure routine collection and disposal of waste from around site
* Safe use of forklift, pallet rider, van and other mobile plant
* Maintain good housekeeping and safe storage of all waste
* Assist in the segregation, packaging and labelling of waste
* Assist in the removal from site of all waste materials to reduce stock build up
* Monitor safety of operations and ensure team compliance with operating instructions
* Complete daily vehicle and equipment check sheets as required
* Liaise routinely with manager or supervisor on operational and safety aspects of work
Essential Criteria:
* Valid forklift licence
* Current driving licence
* Previous experience with waste management preferred
* Ability to work on own and use initiative
If your skills match the above criteria, please apply with your up-to-date CV