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Job Title: Waste Operative
Rate of Pay: £12.20 per hour
Contract: Permanent
Type of Employment: Full Time
Hours: 35 hours per week
Location: Manchester Airport, Manchester, Greater Manchester, England, M90 1QX

Mitie is seeking a dedicated and reliable Waste/Bin Collection Operative to join our team at Manchester Airport. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness and ensuring proper waste segregation at both landside and airside areas of the airport. This role requires a keen eye for detail, the ability to work independently, and a strong commitment to maintaining hygiene standards. Additionally, the operative will manage FOD bins, oil bins, and act as an ambassador for Mitie and Manchester Airport.

Shift times available
Permanent 0600 - 1400
Permanent 1400 - 2200
Permanent 2200 - 0600

Key Responsibilities
Change out all bins in both landside and airside areas of Manchester Airport

Segregate waste materials in designated service yards according to recycling and disposal protocols

Ensure that all waste collection, segregation, and disposal activities comply with environmental and safety regulations

Manage and maintain Foreign Object Debris (FOD) bins and oil bins to ensure proper disposal of hazardous materials

Monitor and report any issues related to waste management, bin collection, and hazardous waste to the supervisor

Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in all assigned areas

Collaborate with other team members to ensure efficient waste management operations

Represent Mitie and Manchester Airport positively by providing excellent service and maintaining professional conduct at all times

Requirements

Full UK Driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points and must have been held for more than a year
Ability to obtain and maintain an airport ID, which includes passing necessary background checks and security clearances
Physically fit and able to perform repetitive tasks, including lifting and carrying heavy bins
Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high hygiene standards
Good communication skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team
Flexibility to work across different shifts, including early mornings, afternoons, and nights.

In order to be successful in this role you will need have the ability to communicate and read basic English, previous cleaning experience is desirable but not essential and have a flexible approach to the role. You will need to be open, honest, self-driven and determined. You'll need to be reliable and hardworking with a professional attitude.

In return we will offer you holiday entitlement, pension contributions, discount through MiDeals to over 850 high street retailers, cycle to work, options to buy extra holiday, save as you earn scheme, share incentive plan, recognition and wellbeing incentives such as Mitie Stars and many other benefits
In return we will offer you holiday entitlement, pension contributions, discount through MiDeals to over 850 high street retailers, cycle to work, options to buy extra holiday, save as you earn scheme, share incentive plan, recognition and wellbeing incentives such as Mitie Stars and many other benefits
Full UK Driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points and must have been held for more than a year Ability to obtain and maintain an airport ID, which includes passing necessary background checks and security clearances Physically fit and able to perform repetitive tasks, including lifting and carrying heavy bins Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high hygiene standards Good communication skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team Flexibility to work across different shifts, including early mornings, afternoons, and nights. In order to be successful in this role you will need have the ability to communicate and read basic English, previous cleaning experience is desirable but not essential and have a flexible approach to the role. You will need to be open, honest, self-driven and determined. You'll need to be reliable and hardworking with a professional attitude.