Changing the way people think about waste.
At Biffa, we love working with 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 that’s shared by our 11,500+ people around the country, who trust us to provide them with a career that’s always rewarding, often challenging, but never dull. And it’s why we’re the UK’s No. 1 choice for business waste management
Help us make a difference as Yard Operative at our Recycling Centre in Crawley.
Mon to Sat Mon-Fri (plus 2.5 hours Saturday)
A quick look at the role.
Responsible for keeping the yard clean and tidy. Taking control of the bin stock, cleaning, repairing, and sorting bins. Digging out and cleaning the vehicles.
Also provide site operational requirements by dispensing your duties as described by the Site Supervisor. This will include but not be limited to litter picking and other manual handling duties.
Why it’s an opportunity not to be wasted.
* You must remain aware at all times of your responsibilities for your own Health and Safety, for the Health and Safety of those directly responsible to you, your work colleagues and any others who may be affected by the operations under your responsibility or control. You must ensure that at all times the correct PPE is worn. Please refer to the Health and Safety Policy for further details on your specific responsibilities.
* You must adhere to all Company Policies & Procedures (including but not limited to) those specified in the Employment Handbook, H&S Policy, EMS System, IMS System, Management Guide and any financial/accounting systems.
* Apart from the duties summarised in your Role Profile, the company reserve the right to include other reasonable duties which are part of, and incidental to, this type of work.
* Maintain the Depot and surrounding area in a clean and safe condition by regular sweeping and litter picking.
* Required to work outside in inclement weather at times.
Requirements
Here’s what we require:
* Working knowledge of H&S
* Team player
* Good communication skills
Benefits
And here’s why you’ll love it at Biffa.
* Competitive salary
* Ongoing career development, training and coaching – because if you don’t grow, we don’t grow.
* Generous pension scheme.
* Retail and leisure discounts.
* Holiday and travel discounts.
* Bike to work scheme
Dedicated to diversity.
Being inclusive is core to our culture at Biffa; we believe different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds are key to developing a creative and effective working environment that represents our communities and generates the best outcomes for colleagues, customers and stakeholders, which is why you’ll find us championing diversity, equity and inclusion at every turn.