Waste Segregation Officer - Reading Holiday cover / sicknes cover - immediate Monday to Friday Part time 08.00 - 3pm IMMEDIATE MUST HAVE SAFETY BOOTS AND HIVIZ About the role As a Waste Segregation Officer you'll be contributing to an ever-growing established company that's helping customers reduce their impact on the environment, conserve natural resources and reduce landfill. What will I be doing? You will be organising our customers waste from bin bags into the correct recycling and non-recycling bin locations. You will also be on our customers site and will have to liaise with our customers if there are any issues or additional requirements. What are the requirements? You must be able to demonstrate reliability, good communication skills and a willingness to want to help our customers create a cleaner environment. Excellent attention to detail as you will be organising our customers waste into recycling and non recycling bins. Experience of working in the waste industry is desirable but not essential. Experience dealing with customers face to face would be desirable. Overview We are seeking a dedicated Waste Operative to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and efficient handling of waste materials, ensuring environmental compliance and maintaining cleanliness across our facilities. This role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where safety, organisation, and physical capability are essential. Prior experience in waste management or mechanical knowledge is advantageous but not mandatory, as training will be provided. Responsibilities Collect, sort, and dispose of waste materials in accordance with company procedures and environmental regulations. Operate waste handling equipment safely and effectively, including compactors and balers. Assist with the loading and unloading of waste containers using appropriate lifting techniques. Ensure all waste areas are kept clean, organised, and free from hazards. Conduct routine inspections of waste storage areas to identify potential issues or safety concerns. Follow health and safety protocols at all times to minimise risks associated with heavy lifting and machinery operation. Collaborate with team members to optimise waste management processes and improve operational efficiency. Experience Previous experience in waste management, recycling, or related fields is desirable but not essential. Mechanical knowledge or familiarity with waste handling equipment is a plus. Ability to perform heavy lifting safely and effectively is required. Physical fitness to undertake manual tasks throughout the shift is necessary. A proactive attitude towards safety and environmental standards is highly valued. This role provides an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking a physically active position within a supportive team environment, committed to sustainability and safety standards. Job Type: Part-time Work Location: In person
31/03/2026
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Waste Segregation Officer - Reading Holiday cover / sicknes cover - immediate Monday to Friday Part time 08.00 - 3pm IMMEDIATE MUST HAVE SAFETY BOOTS AND HIVIZ About the role As a Waste Segregation Officer you'll be contributing to an ever-growing established company that's helping customers reduce their impact on the environment, conserve natural resources and reduce landfill. What will I be doing? You will be organising our customers waste from bin bags into the correct recycling and non-recycling bin locations. You will also be on our customers site and will have to liaise with our customers if there are any issues or additional requirements. What are the requirements? You must be able to demonstrate reliability, good communication skills and a willingness to want to help our customers create a cleaner environment. Excellent attention to detail as you will be organising our customers waste into recycling and non recycling bins. Experience of working in the waste industry is desirable but not essential. Experience dealing with customers face to face would be desirable. Overview We are seeking a dedicated Waste Operative to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and efficient handling of waste materials, ensuring environmental compliance and maintaining cleanliness across our facilities. This role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where safety, organisation, and physical capability are essential. Prior experience in waste management or mechanical knowledge is advantageous but not mandatory, as training will be provided. Responsibilities Collect, sort, and dispose of waste materials in accordance with company procedures and environmental regulations. Operate waste handling equipment safely and effectively, including compactors and balers. Assist with the loading and unloading of waste containers using appropriate lifting techniques. Ensure all waste areas are kept clean, organised, and free from hazards. Conduct routine inspections of waste storage areas to identify potential issues or safety concerns. Follow health and safety protocols at all times to minimise risks associated with heavy lifting and machinery operation. Collaborate with team members to optimise waste management processes and improve operational efficiency. Experience Previous experience in waste management, recycling, or related fields is desirable but not essential. Mechanical knowledge or familiarity with waste handling equipment is a plus. Ability to perform heavy lifting safely and effectively is required. Physical fitness to undertake manual tasks throughout the shift is necessary. A proactive attitude towards safety and environmental standards is highly valued. This role provides an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking a physically active position within a supportive team environment, committed to sustainability and safety standards. Job Type: Part-time Work Location: In person
P+S Personnel are pleased to be working on behalf of our clients, who are currently seeking a Depot Operative / Labourer to join their team based in Basildon on a full-time, temporary basis.
This role will involve working in a high-volume warehouse facility that requires a hardworking and flexible person to work in a small team. The successful candidate will ensure that all products are ready to go out on time, completed and quality checked, including all relevant paperwork. This role will require physical endurance with the regular loading and unloading of vehicles and keeping careful track of all inventories to ensure the right product is either shipped or received. As such, good, clear oral communication skills are a pre-requisite for the successful candidate.
All applicants for this role must have basic reading and maths skills and also be competent with core IT skills to be able to use the relevant internal IT systems.
Main Duties:
* Taking deliveries: Checking and entering them on to the system and allocating items to a specific job number.
* Quality control: Checking correct sizes and good quality on all frames and glass.
* Stock control and management: Completing stock takes and monitoring supplies available and reordering as appropriate.
* Organising workflow: Checking in advance to ensure that the next few days work is on track and that stock is available.
* Compile customer packs: Check finance documents using the installer daily sheet.
* Health and Safety: Carrying out risk assessments as required and regular fire alarm checks.
* First Aid and Fire Marshal responsibilities (training will be provided if necessary).
* Responsible for the security of the site.
* Ordering skips and organising recyclable materials and their collection.
* Checking PPE and ordering replacements where necessary.
* Securing, processing and preparing documentation for the receipt of cash or cheques received from installers.
* Resolving queries related to installations as quickly as possible.
Skills & Experience:
* Good attention to detail, well organised and good at managing own time.
* Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines and changing priorities.
* Possessing physical stamina.
* Displays a “can do” attitude.
* Basic IT skills/ ability to learn basic database input processes.
* Good oral communication skills.
* Valid Full UK manual driving license.
* Knowledge of window and door industry products and a working knowledge of frame and roof manufacturing and their relevant fitting processes. (Desirable)
* Experience of working in the construction industry. (Desirable)
* Minimum 12 months’ quality control experience in a warehouse environment. (Desirable)
* Experience of recycling processes and procedures. (Desirable)
* Health and safety knowledge/ training/ certification. (Desirable)
* Minimum 12 months’ stock control and management in a warehouse environment. (Desirable)
* First Aid/Fire Marshal/Banksman training/certification. (Desirable)
Working hours are Monday to Friday 6:00 am until 5:00 pm, Saturday working is sometimes available.
If this is a role you are interested in, please apply online ensuring your CV is up to date
08/10/2021
P+S Personnel are pleased to be working on behalf of our clients, who are currently seeking a Depot Operative / Labourer to join their team based in Basildon on a full-time, temporary basis.
This role will involve working in a high-volume warehouse facility that requires a hardworking and flexible person to work in a small team. The successful candidate will ensure that all products are ready to go out on time, completed and quality checked, including all relevant paperwork. This role will require physical endurance with the regular loading and unloading of vehicles and keeping careful track of all inventories to ensure the right product is either shipped or received. As such, good, clear oral communication skills are a pre-requisite for the successful candidate.
All applicants for this role must have basic reading and maths skills and also be competent with core IT skills to be able to use the relevant internal IT systems.
Main Duties:
* Taking deliveries: Checking and entering them on to the system and allocating items to a specific job number.
* Quality control: Checking correct sizes and good quality on all frames and glass.
* Stock control and management: Completing stock takes and monitoring supplies available and reordering as appropriate.
* Organising workflow: Checking in advance to ensure that the next few days work is on track and that stock is available.
* Compile customer packs: Check finance documents using the installer daily sheet.
* Health and Safety: Carrying out risk assessments as required and regular fire alarm checks.
* First Aid and Fire Marshal responsibilities (training will be provided if necessary).
* Responsible for the security of the site.
* Ordering skips and organising recyclable materials and their collection.
* Checking PPE and ordering replacements where necessary.
* Securing, processing and preparing documentation for the receipt of cash or cheques received from installers.
* Resolving queries related to installations as quickly as possible.
Skills & Experience:
* Good attention to detail, well organised and good at managing own time.
* Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines and changing priorities.
* Possessing physical stamina.
* Displays a “can do” attitude.
* Basic IT skills/ ability to learn basic database input processes.
* Good oral communication skills.
* Valid Full UK manual driving license.
* Knowledge of window and door industry products and a working knowledge of frame and roof manufacturing and their relevant fitting processes. (Desirable)
* Experience of working in the construction industry. (Desirable)
* Minimum 12 months’ quality control experience in a warehouse environment. (Desirable)
* Experience of recycling processes and procedures. (Desirable)
* Health and safety knowledge/ training/ certification. (Desirable)
* Minimum 12 months’ stock control and management in a warehouse environment. (Desirable)
* First Aid/Fire Marshal/Banksman training/certification. (Desirable)
Working hours are Monday to Friday 6:00 am until 5:00 pm, Saturday working is sometimes available.
If this is a role you are interested in, please apply online ensuring your CV is up to date
