October 10. 2022
We are looking for General Operative to join our client. We have roles in various locations across the Essex County, working for the Public Sector and Government. This vacancy is based in Colchester and surrounding areas. Please note, as part of this role you may be required to travel between recycling centres so candidates will require a full UK drivers’ licence and access to their own vehicle. Full Training Provided – No experience necessary – Starts ASAP. Shift and Pay Information for General Operative: Any 5 of 7 days 8.45am to 5.15pm Pay Rate is £11.86 per hour Plus local recycling incentive bonus What you’ll be doing as a General Operative in Essex: Completion of routine tasks on a daily/weekly basis as defined by the site supervisor and Line Manager, including ensuring the site is clean, safe, and tidy and that equipment is inspected, and supplies are kept clean and in good working order. Assist with the supervision and preparation for the safe movement of waste containers while ensuring the safety of the public. Help with the administrative tasks within the waste management processes, paperwork, compliance processes, quality assurance and other related documentation using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook Responsible for ensuring daily inspections are carried out to the required standard and are recorded appropriately in accordance with the Environmental Permit and Operating Procedures and ensure all defects are recorded and reported to the appropriate person; report any accidents/incidents and potential hazards that occur on site. To carry out any other duties commensurate with the post as required to meet the needs of the service. About you: The Roles are temporary ongoing with opportunities for long term assignments. We are looking for people with a good attitude and enthusiasm. Skills & Experience Required: Qualifications/Training – Desirable minimum GCSE (or equivalent by experience) in English and Maths or NVQ level 2. Full driving licence with 2 years’ experience. IOSH Working Safely or equivalent safety accreditation is desirable. Knowledge – Interest in recycling and the environment. Knowledge of correct manual handling is desirable. Computer literate (especially Microsoft Excel and Outlook) Experience of working within the waste industry and a forward-facing customer environment Good interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with the public, and remain calm in challenging situations. Ability to work without supervision as well as part of a team, good administration skills. Punctual and hardworking. Able to stay calm in difficult situations. Willingness to adapt and develop skill sets and knowledge as determined by the post. General good health, able to work on foot for lengthy periods of time. Availability/Locality/Mobility – Able to start early morning shifts. Ability to respond to out of hours operational and customer emergencies, on rare or infrequent occasions. Applicants must have their own transport and be prepared to travel between sites. What can you expect as a General Operative in Essex – *Long term work – Opportunity to gain a full-time contract. *Weekly Pay *28 days accrued annual leave per annum (inclusive of statutory holidays PAYE only) *Access to online payslip portal *Pension Scheme *Free on-site car parking *PPE Work wear provided. *Colleague recognition rewards *On-going assignments *Dedicated account team *Excellent training facilities onsite *Full time hours available *Fixed Shifts *Consistent shifts *Great work / life balance Please click apply to be considered for our General Operative role within the logistics distribution and supply chain industry in Essex. Call us today
