We are currently looking for a Yard Operative to join The Sovini Group.

Fully committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion; we promote a positive culture of valuing and celebrating diversity and accepting and including people regardless of their personal characteristics or circumstances. Whoever you are, you can expect to be treated fairly, with respect and free from discrimination. Inclusivity matters – We recognise candidates may have diverse needs, and we will always look to support this throughout the process.

If you have got the talent, the potential, the drive and determination there is a place for you at The Sovini Group.

This position is a permanent opportunity.

As a Yard Operative, you will be expected to:

• Segregate waste and recyclables by way of hand picking and trommel belt picking.
• Confirm the contents of waste and recyclable streams to supervisor.
• Maintain inventory records for waste and recyclable materials.
• Operate recycling processing equipment, including but not limited to, trommel, bailer, crusher, shredder, forks, and shovel.
• Liaise with van and skip wagon drivers on contents and positioning of waste and recyclable materials.
• Familiarise yourself with the different waste and recyclable material streams and how they are processed.
• Ensure safe systems of work are adhered to and to take part in any training required to enhance the competency of yourself and the company.
• Adhere to procedures method statements, toolbox talks, site instructions and disciplinary procedures.
• Maintain production standards and schedules and to load and unload materials to and from vehicles.
• Monitor equipment and report malfunctions to your supervisor or manager.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on plant machines and equipment.
• Keep worksite clean and tidy.
• Wear appropriate PPE provided and under no circumstances deface it.
• Perform any other reasonable requested task.
• Abide by all H&S, Environmental and Equality Policies.
• Meet appraisal targets and support the delivery and achievement of overall business objectives.
• Commit to equality and diversity and to promote non-discriminatory practices in all aspects of work undertaken.
• Adhere with the Health and Safety at Work Act to take reasonable care of own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts and omissions.