Operative

CV-Library

£28,018 a year

Reading

Location

Full-time

Job type

Permanent

Contract type

On-site

Work setup

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In brief

This operative role involves collecting waste from residential properties as part of a local collection team. The work requires manual handling of bins and walking significant distances in all weather conditions to ensure efficient service delivery.

Best for

People who enjoy working outdoors in all weather conditions.

Non-negotiable

Similar operational manual handling experience required.

Worth knowing

The role involves walking up to 10 miles per day in all weather conditions.

What you need

Required

  • Manual handling

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Safety adherence

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Communication

    Strongly implied by the listing

  • Physical fitness

    Strongly implied by the listing

  • Mobile tablet

    Clearly stated in the job description.

Preferred

No preferred skills or technologies were clearly stated.

Your day-to-day

  • Collect residential waste

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Load refuse vehicles

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Record collection data

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Maintain service standards

    Clearly stated in the job description.

What's on offer

20 days annual leave
Company pension scheme
Retail and grocery discounts
Paid community volunteering day
Full job description (from employer)⌄

Salary: £13.47 per hour plus Veolia benefits Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week. 06:30 - 15:00 (including bank holidays) Overtime when needed Location: Padworth, Reading, RG7 4JF When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture. What we can offer you; 20 days of annual leave Access to our company pension scheme Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential What you'll be doing; Working as part of a team to collect waste from outside residential properties within West Berkshire Manually pulling bins and loading them onto the refuse vehicle to tip the waste Using your communication skills to deliver a high standard of service to the residents Accurately recording work completed and reporting any collection issues onto mobile tablet devices providedThis role includes physical duties and you will be walking up to 10 miles per day in all weather conditions. What we're looking for; Similar operational manual handling experience Ability to adhere to safety instructions This role will suit people who like working outside in all weather conditions. What's next? Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come. We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career. We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles. We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive

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