Full-Time Yard Operative
Job Description
Yard Operative
We are currently looking for a Yard Operative to join The Sovini Group.
Fully committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion; we promote a positive culture of valuing and celebrating diversity and accepting and including people regardless of their personal characteristics or circumstances. Whoever you are, you can expect to be treated fairly, with respect and free from discrimination.
If you have got the talent, the potential, the drive and determination there is a place for you at The Sovini Group.
This position is a permanent opportunity
As a Yard Operative, you will be expected to:
- segregate waste and recyclables by way of hand picking and trommel belt picking
- confirm the contents of waste and recyclable streams to supervisor.
- maintain inventory records for waste and recyclable materials
- operate recycling processing equipment, including but not limited to, trommel, bailer, crusher, shredder, forks, and shovel.
- liaise with van and skip wagon drivers on contents and positioning of waste and recyclable materials.
- familiarise yourself with the different waste and recyclable material streams and how they are processed.
- ensure safe systems of work are adhered to and to take part in any training required to enhance the competency of yourself and the company
- adhere to procedures method statements, toolbox talks, site instructions and disciplinary procedures
- maintain production standards and schedules and to load and unload materials to and from vehicles.
- monitor equipment and report malfunctions to your supervisor or manager.
- perform routine preventative maintenance on plant machines and equipment.
- Keep worksite clean and tidy.
- wear appropriate PPE provided and under no circumstances deface it.
- perform any other reasonable requested task.
- meet appraisal targets and support the delivery and achievement of overall business objectives.
- Commit to equality and diversity and to promote non-discriminatory practices in all aspects of work undertaken.
- Adhere with the Health and Safety at Work Act to take reasonable care of own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts and omissions.
To be successful in a Yard Operative role, the skills you will need:
- Experience of working in a similar environment.
- Loading and unloading of vehicles(including HGV lorries) in the most efficient manner
- Experience of health and safety best practice and procedures.
- Experience of dealing with customers.
- Ability to understand and respond to both verbal and written instructions.
- Able to work in a fast-paced customer focused environment.
- Excellent organisational skills
- Excellent decision making and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to maintain a flexible approach to work and activities.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Openness to change and ability to respond to this to improve performance
- Able to take on other responsibilities and learn quickly from others.
- Willingness to work at weekends and out of hours (on a rota basis).
- Excellent communication skills, able to communicate across multiple channels including Microsoft Teams, Face to Face and Email.
- To demonstrate The Sovini Group’s values in your day to day job role – Success, Passion, Authenticity, Courage, Enterprise.
Experience or Knowledge of the below would be advantageous but not essential:
- Able to demonstrate knowledge of waste management.
So if you are looking for a Yard Operative role with:
- Competitive salary – £27,375.08
- Hours – 43.75 per week (Monday-Friday Pattern).
- 24 days holiday increasing with service.
- Cycle 2 Work Scheme.
- Group personal pension scheme.
- Life Assurance.
- Career development opportunities.
- Corporate discount scheme.
- Staff well-being and ‘feel-good’ programme.
Apply online via our website today!
Please note we do not accept approaches from recruitment agencies and only applications made via our website will be accepted.
Closing date – 18th November 2024
Please note that shortlisting may take place prior to the advert closing, if a high volume of suitable applicants have applied, the advert may close early. Please do not hesitate to submit your application.
How to Apply
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