Waste Operative

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Waste OperativeLocation: Filton, Bristol

Hours: Monday to Friday, 06:00 – 14:30

Contract Type: Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking a resolute and safety-conscious Waste Operative to join our waste management team. This is a vital role supporting the efficient collection, segregation, and disposal of both hazardous and non-hazardous waste streams across our site operations.

Working closely with the Waste Team Leader and on-site Supervisor, you will play a key part in ensuring our site maintains the highest standards of waste management, environmental compliance, and workplace safety.

What your day to day will look like

Waste Collection and Management You will be responsible for the safe collection and transportation of various waste streams from multiple locations around the site. This includes managing both hazardous materials (including IBCs and drums) and non-hazardous waste, ensuring correct segregation and handling procedures are followed.

Transportation and Logistics Operating a flatbed vehicle, you will transport collected waste materials to the designated waste yard. All movements must be conducted safely, efficiently, and in compliance with site traffic management procedures and relevant transport regulations.

Waste Yard Operations Within the waste yard, you will prepare waste materials for collection by licensed contractors. This includes organizing, labelling, and staging waste according to regulatory requirements and contractor specifications, ensuring all documentation is accurate and complete.

Equipment Operation You will operate a counterbalance forklift truck to move, stack, and organize waste containers and materials. Safe operation and daily equipment checks are essential aspects of this responsibility.

Team Collaboration Working as an integral member of the waste team, you will communicate effectively with colleagues, supervisors, and contractors to ensure smooth operations and timely waste removal. You will support team objectives and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Health, Safety, and Compliance Maintaining strict adherence to health and safety protocols is paramount. You will follow all site-specific procedures for handling hazardous materials, wear appropriate personal protective equipment, and report any incidents, near-misses, or equipment defects immediately.

Essential Requirements

Licenses and Certifications A full UK driving license is essential for this role, as you will be driving site vehicles daily. A valid counterbalance forklift truck license is required. Both licenses must be in date and free from restrictions that would prevent operation of required vehicles and equipment.

Experience and Knowledge Previous experience in handling both hazardous and non-hazardous waste streams is highly desirable. Familiarity with waste segregation principles, environmental regulations, and safe handling procedures will be advantageous. Experience working in industrial, manufacturing, or facilities management environments is beneficial.

Skills and Attributes

You must be safety-focused with strong diligence, ensuring compliance with all operational procedures. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team are essential. Physical fitness is required, as the role involves manual handling, working outdoors in various weather conditions, and maintaining alertness during early morning starts.

Availability

You must be available to work the fixed shift pattern of 06:00 to 14:30, Monday to Friday, and be dependable and punctual in attendance.

At JLL, we embrace more innovative ways of working and prioritise opportunities to strengthen and advance your career within the UK and beyond. We support each other's wellbeing and champion inclusivity and belonging across teams. What sets JLL apart is our culture of collaboration, both locally in the UK and across the globe. Join us in taking the more inspiring, innovative, and optimistic path on our journey toward success as a Waste Operative in Filton, Bristol.

Note: This role involves working with hazardous materials and requires strict adherence to health and safety procedures.

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If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements below. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health.

About JLL –

We’re JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 102,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That’s why we’re committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We’re using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities.

Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we’re honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.

Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we’re headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.