Maintenance Site Operative

1 day ago

Grays, Thurrock, United Kingdom Biffa Waste Services Full time

We're looking for a practical, hands-on Maintenance Operative to join our team at Biffa in Thurrock – someone who takes pride in keeping equipment in top condition and working safely.

  • Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:00 – 16:30 (45 hours per week)
  • Pay: £15.21per hour + monthly allowance
  • Annual Salary: Approx. £35,591 including allowance

A quick look at the role.

In this active role, you'll inspect and repair trade waste bins, including fitting lids and wheels, carrying out cleaning, and performing basic welding (training provided). You'll use power tools and load/unload bins with a forklift (if qualified). You'll also help keep the workshop tidy, follow health and safety procedures, and work well both independently and as part of a small, friendly team.

Your core responsibilities.

  • Inspect, repair, and maintain trade waste bins to company standards, including replacing lids, wheels, and other parts.
  • Carry out regular washing and cleaning of various sized wheeled containers.
  • Use power tools and equipment safely and correctly to complete repairs and maintenance tasks.
  • Perform basic welding tasks where required (training can be provided).
  • Maintain a clean and organised workshop and yard area through good housekeeping practices.
  • Follow all health and safety guidelines, working safely in a physically demanding role.
  • Work well independently and as part of a small, hands-on maintenance team.
  • Be flexible, self-motivated, and able to follow both verbal and written instructions accurately.

Our essential requirements.

  • Previous experience within a workshop environment.
  • Previous experience of working in a production targeted environment.
  • Previous experience of using air tools and power tools in a workshop environment.

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

  • Competitive salary
  • Ongoing career development, training and coaching – because if you don't grow, we don't grow.
  • Generous pension scheme.
  • Medical and dental scheme.
  • Retail and leisure discounts.
  • Holiday and travel discounts.
  • Bike to work scheme

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 11,500+ people around the country, who 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.

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