Transfer Station Operative

Are you an experienced site operative with experience in waste management looking to take on a new challenge? Viridor is one of the UK's leading recycling, renewable energy and waste management companies. Part of the FTSE 250 Pennon Group, Viridor puts waste into action, transforming it into high quality recyclables, raw materials and energy. This is an exciting time to work at Viridor. We are at the forefront of the UK's green economy and we use smart people and technology to deliver our vision, bringing people together to give the world's resources new life. Due to continued success and growth, we are now looking to recruit a Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC) / Transfer Station (TS) Operative based at our Mavis Valley Transfer Station in Bishopbriggs, working 45 hours a week. What will you be doing? Joining our team, the HWRC / Transfer Station Operative will assist in the management of the Clyde Valley TS & HWRC sites. You'll ensure that facilities are always operated effectively using best possible practices regarding Health & Safety and Company Policies. You will coordinate the day to day transport movements within the transfer station & HWRC operation in order to meet Company and legal requirements and to maximise safety and efficiency. The successful HWRC / Transfer Station Operative will provide site operational requirements by dispensing your duties as described by the Contract Supervisor. This will include but not be limited to litter picking and other manual handling duties. What do you need? Good knowledge of Transfer station & HWRC operations Ability to recognise different types of waste streams Experience of controlling traffic movements Experience of working with waste and mobile plant. Able to carry out instructions and requests from management with accuracy and efficiency Full driving licence Good self-discipline and time keeping What can Viridor offer you? In return for your hard work as HWRC / Transfer Station Operative, we can offer a competitive salary plus benefits, including: A free helpline for health, legal or personal issues available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Free eye tests and prescription and safety eyewear where required. A contributory pension scheme - helping you plan for later in life Optional contributory healthcare. Payroll giving (charity donations from salary deducted before tax) and cycle to work schemes are all available through Viridor Extras, Discounts on local gym membership and some of the biggest retail brands If you want to work within a team-orientated and collaborative environment, for a company that strives to be environmentally, socially and economically sustainable, click apply. No terminology in this advert is intended to be deemed discriminatory. We are happy to accept applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their age, gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation or marital status.