Title:  Waste Operative

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Permanent Waste Operative to come and join our team on our Nuclear Restoration services account in Somerset, Hinkley Point A Site, Bridgwater, TA5 1YA.

The standard hours of work are 40 hours Monday to Thursday (shift pattern is 07:30am to 17:00pm)

Our waste team will work as part of the facilities management team at Hinkley Point A site and support the client waste team in the delivery of a compliant and managed waste process. The role will be responsible for carrying out a wide range of general duties including but not limited to waste collections, escorting, organising skip movements, and sample collections and compliant checks and assist as required in the delivery of an effective waste operation. You will report to the site management team and NRS waste team. 

What you will do:

• Waste collections around site.  
• Delivery of supplies around site. 
• Escorting of contractor delivering and collecting. 
• Driving and escorting. 
• General office duties.  
• Deputising the assistant Waste officer during holiday and absence. 
• Maintain accurate documentation of all assigned work orders. 
• Comply fully with Health, Safety & Environmental policies. 
• Completion of documentation as required, including RAMS and adhere to all associated permits. 
• To assist all trades within the team and through the correct training be able to complete tasks away from your core skills. 
• Provide excellent customer service to building occupants, ensuring they are made aware of work order progress in a timely manner 
• Proactively walk the floors, reporting any defects or H&S issues to the helpdesk and appropriate manager. 

What you will bring:

• Experience of waste movements and collections.   
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements.  
• Have a proactive approach to varied time sensitive delivery. 
• Confident, driven and pro-active. 
• Able to do the job right and do it right first time, within a pre-determined timescale. 
• Willingness to undertake further training. 
• Ability to provide a schedule of works for identified additional/remedial works. 
• Following risk and method statements as required on a daily basis. 
• Provide excellent customer service to building occupants, ensuring they are made aware of work order progress in a timely manner. 
• Must hold a full UK driver's license. 
• Ability to record work accurately on work sheets and computer based systems. 
• Good communication skills and the ability to work within a team. 
• Experience of working within a customer focused environment. 
• Wanting to achieve success, for his or her self, the business and the customer. 
• Flexible approach to work and working hours (subject to the EU Working Time Directive). 
• Presented in a clean and tidy manner to represent the company, in the most professional manner possible, utilising the uniform and PPE issued. 
• Responsible for self and others to maintain a safe working environment as per the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974) and subsequent UK and EU amendments. 
• HSE management in accordance with our Quality Management System and all legal and statutory requirements. 
• Provide excellent customer service to building occupants, ensuring they are made aware of work order progress in a timely manner 

We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates.

This role is subject to a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) check. BPSS is a pre-employment screening process and includes verification of your identity, right to work in the UK, employment history and references, and a basic criminal record check. Appointment will be conditional upon successfully meeting the BPSS requirements.

Why join Amey?

At Amey, we work on long-term stable contracts so you can plan a long-term career with us. We have been awarded Platinum status by Investors in People which underscores our commitment to supporting our people across every part of our organisation, enabling them to shine. Whether you are starting your career, returning to the workplace or can bring your professional expertise and skills, there is a place for you here.

Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you.

• Remuneration - Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions
• Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded leadership programs tailored to your personal growth.

• Holidays - Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further days.
• Pension - Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey
• Flexible benefits – Customise your benefits with options such as insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership.
• Exclusive Discounts - Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
• Give Back to community - Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities
• Family friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant
• Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey

About Amey

We are a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations, and decarbonisation solutions, for transport infrastructure and complex facilities.

Our purpose is to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future.

Every day our teams across the UK and internationally do truly important work shaping some of the most complex environments that impact generations to come.

To find out more visit our website amey.co.uk/careers

Application Guidance and Diversity & Inclusion

At Amey we constantly evolve how we work to reflect the different needs and backgrounds of our employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to shine.

As a disability confident leader, we’re proud to guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Please contact our recruitment team at peopleservices@amey.co.uk to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support that you may require at any point during the recruitment process.

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***We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please apply as soon as possible***

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