Riverside
Estates Services Operative - Bulk Waste Driver

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Job Description
Job Title: Estate Services Operative-Bulk Waste Driver
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £27,150.59 per annum
Working Hours: 35 Hours per week
Working Pattern: Monday-Friday 8am-4pm
Location: Millwall, London
At Riverside we recruit to potential not just on skills and experience, so we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the essential criteria on the job description.
Please note that whilst we will accept applications on the basis of any form of valid legal permission to work in the UK, we will be surrendering the Riverside Sponsorship licence, so for the avoidance of doubt, we are unable to apply for any further sponsorships whether on behalf of existing colleagues or candidates.
The difference you’ll make as a Estate Services Operative-Bulk Waste Driver
You will attend various sites owned and managed by The Riverside Group to maintain and monitor communal and external spaces, including the safe collection, loading, transportation and removal of bulk waste and fly-tipped items.
About You
We are looking for someone with:
- A full UK drivers licence
- Appropriate competency-based training and experience.
- Knowledge and experience of the correct use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Awareness of risk assessment, including risks to residents, colleagues and members of the public during operations.
- Understanding of safe manual handling practices when collecting, loading and moving bulk waste.
Why Riverside?
At Riverside, we’re a housing association with a difference – enhancing the everyday for all our customers. For 90 years, we’ve been revitalising neighbourhoods and supporting communities by providing the homes they need to live full, fulfilling and rewarding lives.
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We have a portfolio of over 75,000 affordable residential and retirement homes across the UK. Our work ranges from homelessness services to social care, employment support to retirement living, and we need the best people on board to help us.
Working With Us, You’ll Enjoy
- Competitive pay & generous pension
- 28 days holidays plus bank holidays
- Flexible working options available
- Investment in your learning, personal development and technology
- A wide range of benefits
Diversity And Inclusion At Riverside
We are inclusive. At Riverside, we value diversity in all its forms. We foster a workplace where all individuals are respected, empowered, and heard. Our commitment to inclusivity drives our success and enriches the lives of our customers and colleagues.
Riverside is a Disability Confident Employer and operates a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for any applicant who declares they have a disability. If the applicant meets the minimum requirements for the role (as set out in the role profile and/or person specification) they will be guaranteed an interview.
Role Profile
- Attend allocated sites and carry out scheduled bulk waste collections.
- Clear fly-tipped rubbish and other waste from allocated sites where required.
- Keep car parks, bin stores and communal external areas clear and tidy as part of bulk waste operations.
- Clear bin areas where required following missed collections.
- Safely load, secure, transport and unload bulk waste using the company vehicle and equipment provided.
- Drive the allocated company vehicle between sites to undertake scheduled bulk waste collections and operational duties.
- Carry out required vehicle checks and report any vehicle defects or safety concerns in accordance with Riverside procedures.
- Use appropriate manual handling techniques, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and equipment when collecting and moving bulk waste.
- Report all site-related matters to management, including health and safety concerns and issues affecting the condition or maintenance of the site.
- Maintain positive and professional relationships with residents, customers and colleagues at all times.
- Provide cover for colleagues during periods of sickness or annual leave. This may include undertaking additional reasonable duties as required.
- Follow relevant health and safety procedures and safe systems of work and use the required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).


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Person Specification
Essential
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Appropriate competency-based training and experience.
- Knowledge and experience of the correct use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Awareness of risk assessment, including risks to residents, colleagues and members of the public during operations.
- Understanding of safe manual handling practices when collecting, loading and moving bulk waste.
- A valid driving license is appropriate for the vehicle being driven.
- Ability to safely operate the allocated company vehicle and undertake basic vehicle safety checks.
- Ability to safely load, secure and transport bulk waste, equipment and materials.
- Understanding relevant health and safety requirements when carrying out bulk waste operations.
- You will need a full UK drivers licence
Desirable
- First Aid at Work or similar qualification.
- Relevant health and safety certification.
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