Loader Operative at Biffa Waste Services in Abingdon, England, GB

Loader Operative

£13.84p/h

Monday to Friday

40 hours per week + Overtime available

Applicants must be aged 18 or over.

Working as part of a crew, you will be responsible for collecting bins, boxes and bags from householders and emptying them onto a waste collection vehicle and carrying out street cleansing activities such as sweeping and litter picking.

This is a great job if you like to work outdoors in a role where you can make a difference to the local environment and communities.

Here’s why you’ll love it at Biffa

· On-the-job training with our in-house team

· Access to Biffa Perkz – high street discounts for you and your family

· Pioneering family-friendly policies

We’re here to change the way people think about waste

With over 100 years of history, Biffa’s iconic red trucks and containers are a familiar feature across the UK. Whether we’re turning waste into sustainable power, finding new ways to recycle it or simply keeping it off the streets, we believe every day is an opportunity to improve the lives of millions. 11,000 people around the country trust us to provide them with a career that’s always rewarding, often challenging, but never dull.

Dedicated to diversity Being inclusive is core to our culture at Biffa; we believe different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds are key to developing a creative and effective working environment that represents our communities and generates the best outcomes for colleagues, customers and stakeholders, which is why you’ll find us championing diversity, equity and inclusion at every turn.

Our Values

We live by our values of #TFR

Teamwork – working together for each other

Fairness – treating and being treated equally

Respect – appreciating and valuing each other for who we are and what we do

• Previous experience in a manual, physical or outdoor role is desirable.

• Ability to work as part of a team and follow instructions.

• Reliable, punctual and hardworking.

• Good awareness of health and safety procedures.

• Good communication skills.

• Ability to work at a fast pace while maintaining safety and accuracy.

• Willingness to work early morning starts.

• Flexible approach to working hours, including weekends where required.

• Must hold a Valid UK driving licence

• Company pension scheme

• Access to a wide range of discounts at popular high street stores, supermarkets, restaurants and online retailers

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Dental care benefits

• Access to doctor and healthcare services

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided

And many more