Waste and Recycling Ops

ADEY Limited, New Hythe, Kent

Waste and Recycling Ops

Salary Not Specified

ADEY Limited, New Hythe, Kent

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted today, 16 Nov | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 4d914db2e3b34689a18d6b9f24422c7b

Full Job Description

  • Proactively collecting waste throughout the day and sorting into the relevant waste areas.
  • Ensure all reusable handling equipment is returned into storage yard for re-use
  • Ensure all recyclable material bins are uncontaminated
  • Recording daily waste collections
  • Sorting and baling waste cardboard and plastic film along with recovery of customer packaging waste and products returned for recycling to maximise revenue from the waste streams.
  • Demonstrate safe working practices at all times to ensure the company Health & Safety Policy and procedures are adhered to.
  • Carry out daily waste audits & identify areas of inappropriate activity (contaminated waste) & raise them with supervisor for corrective action
  • Ensure entire yard area is clear of any waste, and maintain a tidy and safe environment to work in.
  • Carrying out any and all duties as requested by management provided suitable training has been received.
  • Use MHE in the course of daily activities safely and in accordance with company guidelines including carrying out pre-use inspections & reporting defects
  • Wear Uniform and PPE at all times while at work, report to supervisor any defects in PPE & request replacements
  • Responsible for Banksman duties for all drivers
  • Report all hazards, near misses and accidents in accordance with company policies.
  • Assisting with load securing methods & preparation of vehicles for loading/unloading.
  • Responsible for all general yard duties.
  • Liaise with other relevant departments to ensure all appropriate waste is collected.
  • Responsible for challenging unauthorised persons in yard area.
  • Follow all company policies at all times

    Manual handling
  • Fork truck licences; Electric Counter Balance and Gas & Diesel Counter Balance Trucks, and Combi Truck
  • Basic knowledge of waste handling
  • Understanding of recyclable products
  • Understanding of Operator licencing & the importance of safe, secure loading.
  • Ability to be very flexible in your approach to working
  • Understanding of specific waste transfer requirements
  • Banksman awareness
  • Focussed attention to detail, accurate & numerate