Waste Operative
York - Part time
Operational excellence begins with you.
At Sodexo, we’re passionate about our people. We know that our teams are the key to delivering exceptional service and creating quality experiences for our clients, customers, and employees. Build a name with big-name businesses.
As a Waste Operative with Sodexo, you'll enhance the services of our vibrant corporate site, offering a helping hand to ensure flawless facilities operations and keep things running smoothly.
What you'll do:
Collect and safely transport all waste streams (manufacturing, domestic, and recyclable) from across the site, including remote areas.
Ensure correct waste segregation in line with the site waste policy and promote recycling.
Operate forklifts (FLT), compactors, and bailers safely, completing daily equipment checks and reporting faults or repairs to the Waste Administrator.
Maintain the security and cleanliness of waste bins and containers; report leaks or damage promptly.
Follow all Safe Systems of Work and Health & Safety requirements, using correct PPE at all times.
Clean outdoor drains and waste areas using power-cleaning equipment as needed.
Accurately record waste data using scanners and the waste monitoring system.
Liaise with the Waste Administrator, Papilo, and other site operatives to coordinate skip exchanges and cover arrangements.
Support the servicing of site waste equipment and contribute to maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient work environment.
Undertake training and additional tasks as required by company policy
What you'll bring:
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients, managers, and team members.
Basic understanding of waste management operations.
Previous experience in a waste management or similar operational role.
Valid forklift truck (FLT) licence.
Why Sodexo?:
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater.
Belong in a company and team that values you for you.
Act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions.
Thrive in your own way.
We also offer a range of perks, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:
Unlimited access to an online platform offering wellbeing support An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or life's larger problems, including legal and financial advice, support with work or personal issues impacting your wellbeingAccess to a 24hr virtual GP ServiceSodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 across popular big-brand retailersSave for your future by becoming a member of the Pension PlanOpportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development toolsBike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fitSodexo UK and Irelands enhanced benefits and leave policiesA little more about Sodexo:
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, SoTogether, Generations and Origins.
We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.
Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.
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