Waste Operative

About The Company:

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with a turnover of £1.7bn and 50,000+ colleagues. We deliver innovative, award-winning services to the public and private sectors and our mission is to make people and places the best they can be.


This role sits within our Private Sector FM business division that provides catering, cleaning, hard services, pest control, and security services to a wide range of prestigious clients, within the Business & Industry market



About The Role:

As a Waste Operative, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient and compliant management of waste on site. This role involves servicing all external waste recycling points regularly, keeping these areas tidy and litter-free, and correctly segregating and storing waste. You will also ensure that all legislative documentation is completed accurately and perform regular waste compliance checks throughout the waste compound and site. Additionally, you will maintain OCS and site equipment by liaising with rental suppliers.

Working Pattern: Saturday and Sunday, variable start times (12 hours per week)

As part of your role, your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

  • Sorting through waste and selecting items that can be recycled
  • Separating any timber, glass, metal, paper, cardboard, and electrical waste
  • Make Managers aware of any items believed to be hazardous is reported
  • Cleaning and organising the warehouse area during each shift

The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria:

  • Must have Right to Work in the UK
  • Able to perform physical working and manual handling
  • A background in cleaning would be advantageous



How to Apply:

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We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.

OCS Group £12.00 per hour Wallsend