Waste Recycling Assistant Days - Derbion Operations · Derbion

Purpose of the Role

The purpose of the waste recycling assistant role is to work with other team members to be ambassadors for reducing general waste and increasing recycling. The role involves collecting waste from designated areas throughout the centre and processing it on the service deck. You are responsible for the cleanliness and safety of all back of house and service yard areas to the required standards.

You will be expected to operate cleaning machines, compactors, balers, and other machinery and equipment (after training) and present a professional, friendly image at all times. You will have the ability to work both individually and within a team, capable of carrying out your duties without constant supervision and being proactive in ensuring your area of responsibility meets the highest possible standards of cleanliness and safety.

The waste operative assistant role includes collecting waste bins and loose debris from business properties, contributing to the delivery and implementation of a high-quality waste and recycling collection service, and supporting the operations team management to maximise income from services. You will support the principles of waste minimisation and recycling, promoting a positive image to improve the local environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Actively promote the centre’s recycling policy with our retail partners.
• Identify and seek opportunities to increase recycling.
• Support the Soft Services Manager in the strategy to increase recycling and reduce general waste.
• Take the initiative in assisting contractors and retailers.
• Ensure a good knowledge of all facilities and processes to deal with customer queries, complaints, and compliments in line with company procedure.
• Ensure that all areas of responsibility are cleaned to the required standards and that all machinery is well maintained.
• Follow all departmental procedures and schedules correctly at all times.
• Ensure that all waste is dealt with appropriately and to the required standards.
• Comply with all health and safety procedures for the department including COSHH, PPE, clinical waste, and sharps policy.
• Use various machines in accordance with requirements including scrubber dryers, rotary scrubbers, escalator cleaners, pressure washers, vacuum cleaning machines, etc.
• Liaise with team leaders and colleagues to ensure a smooth running of the department.
• Transport waste from collection points, separate and compact appropriately whilst adhering to the centre’s recycling policy.
• Clear snow/ice to allow access to all areas, gritting as necessary.
• Ensure that all check sheets for machinery are used correctly.
• Ensure the safe operation of machinery using the operator's guide and wear protective clothing/footwear at all times.
• Communicate well with colleagues, other teams, and team leaders.
• Attend regular team briefings and meetings.
• Take care of own and others' health and safety.
• Comply with HASAWA and all health and safety procedures for the department including COSHH – machinery check sheets, PPE, etc.
• Identify hazards and take steps to correct them.
• Maintain a smart and well-groomed appearance meeting our uniform standards.
• Undertake any further duties as requested by the supervisory or management team.
• Increase your knowledge and skills through education and training.
• Attend in-house and external training relevant to your role.
• Ensure that all waste is dealt with appropriately, emptying and cleaning bins when necessary (bins can weigh up to 20 kilos).
• Act as an ambassador for the centre and for waste recycling, actively promoting recognition for the team, the centre, and the wider business through exemplary behaviour.
• Perform any other reasonable task requested by a member of the supervisory/management team such as working inside the mall to carry out cleaning duties.
• Use various technology provided for compliance and insurance mitigation.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

• Confident/friendly disposition.
• Ability to handle heavy equipment and machinery used in waste recycling processes.
• Ability to walk, bend, push, pull, and lift repetitively during working hours.
• Self-motivated with the ability to identify and complete needed tasks without direct supervision.
• Good communication skills both verbal and written.
• Flexible/supportive team player.

Qualifications and Experience

• Essential: 1 to 3 years’ proven experience working as a waste operative/cleaner. Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, proper storage, and disposal methods. Ability to operate complex machinery (after training) such as compactors and balers.
• Desirable: Cleaning related qualifications such as BICS. Knowledge of COSHH policies and procedures. Excellent customer care skills.

Working Hours: 40 hours per week on a rota basis.

Salary: £26,708.00