Grounds Maintenance Operative - Ashwell, United Kingdom - Biffa Waste Services

Biffa Waste Services

Verified Company

Ashwell, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Changing the way people think about waste.

At Biffa, we love working with waste.

Whether we're turning it 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.

It's a view that's shared by our 10,000+ people around the country, who trust us to provide them with a career that's always rewarding, often challenging, but never dull.

And it's why we're the UK's No. 1 choice for business waste management.

Why it's an opportunity not to be wasted.

To undertake, either individually, or as a member of a team, a range or horticulturally based maintenance activities including the cutting and strimming of grass, hedge cutting, pruning, planting and weed spraying.
Removal of litter, detritus, weeds (by hand or by spraying), general arising's, vegetable material, dumped items and materials from both hard and soft landscaped areas as directed.
To use a range of specialist hand tools and mechanical equipment including strimmer's, hedge cutters and rideon mowers as directed, including undertaking regular maintenance and safety checks, cleaning and sharpening as required.
To be responsible for assessing the range and extent of specialist work undertaken and the

- kind of specialist machinery or equipment to be used.

Carrying out daily maintenance and safety checks on the allocated vehicle and equipment and reporting any defects.
Ensuring trailers are attached safely and as instructed and

- comply with legal requirements.

Responding to queries from members of the public and providing advice and information or directing them to the appropriate place to obtain the information they require.
Reporting accidents and incidents as they occur.
Maintaining records as required.
To undertake any other duties as directed of a similar or related nature appropriate to the grade of the post and capabilities of the post holder.

Here's what we require.

Ability to plan, organise and prioritise effectively.
Experience of working to strict deadlines in a time critical environment.
A willingness to adapt and develop skillsets and knowledge which is determined by the role/business.

And here's why you'll love it at Biffa.