Biffa Waste Services
Transfer Station Operative
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Plant Operative Opportunity at Wednesbury Hazardous Waste Transfer Station
We are seeking an experienced Plant Operative to join our hardworking team at the Wednesbury Hazardous Waste Transfer Station. This role requires working 45 hours per week on rotating shifts:
- 07:00 to 16:00
- 09:00 to 18:00
Monday to Friday, with some flexibility on start and finish times. The role may include some weekends if required.
Responsibilities
Operatives will be involved in the acceptance, physical treatment, and dispatch of packed waste materials, typically hazardous products arising from household collections including, but not limited to:
- Paints
- Aerosols
- Oil
- Batteries
- Cleaning products
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Operatives will have daily targets to meet, work safely in a busy waste transfer station processing environment, and adhere to strict health and safety policies and procedures. Operatives will be trained in all aspects of the process.
Requirements
- Waste industry experience would be advantageous
- Supervisory experience is a plus
- First aid, fire marshal training, and mobile and/or static plant maintenance knowledge are beneficial
Operatives Require:
- An in-date Counterbalance FLT licence
- Ability to perform manual handling duties when necessary, such as sweeping and cleaning of spilled material, sortation, weighing, and repacking of packaged goods, and general site housekeeping
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About Biffa
At Biffa, we are changing the way people think about waste. Whether we're turning it into sustainable power, finding new ways to recycle it, or simply keeping it off the streets, we believe every day is an opportunity to improve the lives of millions. It's a view shared by our 11,000+ people around the country, who trust us to provide them with a career that's always rewarding, often challenging, but never dull.
We believe different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds are key to developing a creative and effective working environment, which is why we champion diversity and equality at every turn.
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