Hospital Waste Operative — Active, Independent Role

Transformationunitgm; Preston; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Preston is seeking a Waste Operative to ensure waste management in the hospital environment. This vital role involves physically demanding tasks, including the removal of waste streams from various departments and transporting them to the recycling station. Ideal candidates should have good communication skills and prior experience in waste services, along with necessary qualifications such as a full UK driving licence and GCSE education. A focus on safety and compliance with health regulations is essential.

Qualifications

• Educated to GCSE standard or equivalent.
• Possess a full UK driving licence.
• Completed a first aid course.

Responsibilities

• Remove and transport various types of waste to recycling stations.
• Communicate with staff and patients to understand needs.
• Collect and transport waste streams within 24 hours.

Skills

Communicative skills

Problem-solving

Physical fitness

Education

GCSE or equivalent

Full UK driving licence

First aid course

Job description

A healthcare facility in Preston is seeking a Waste Operative to ensure waste management in the hospital environment. This vital role involves physically demanding tasks, including the removal of waste streams from various departments and transporting them to the recycling station. Ideal candidates should have good communication skills and prior experience in waste services, along with necessary qualifications such as a full UK driving licence and GCSE education. A focus on safety and compliance with health regulations is essential.