About the Role
As a
General Operative
at Panda, you'll play an important part in keeping our collection and site operations running safely, efficiently and professionally.
This is a hands-on role where you'll be working outdoors, supporting collection crews, helping with the movement of bins and materials, and ensuring customers receive reliable service.
This
General Operative
role suits someone physically fit, dependable and happy working as part of a busy operational team.
A strong work ethic, a good attitude and the ability to work safely are essential.
What you'll be doing
Collecting and returning customers' bins along designated routes.
Supporting early-morning collections, with early starts and finishes.
Loading and unloading lorries safely and efficiently.
Moving and stacking materials in line with safe storage and handling practices.
Working outdoors as part of a busy, team-focused operation.
Carrying out general housekeeping duties to keep work areas safe, clean and organised.
Inspecting equipment and reporting any faults, damage or wear and tear.
Learning to use loaders, material handlers and other site equipment where required.
Following health, safety and operational procedures at all times.
Representing Panda in a professional, reliable and friendly manner.
Working on your own initiative when needed, without constant supervision.
Supporting the wider team with general operative duties as required.
About you
Physically fit and comfortable working in a manual, outdoor role.
Previous manual labour, warehouse, yard, logistics, loading or similar experience helps.
Reliable, trustworthy and able to work as part of a team.
Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
Good communication skills and a good standard of English.
Able to follow instructions and work safely.
Comfortable working in a practical, fast-moving operational environment.
Must have your own transport.
Full training will be provided.
Why join Panda?
This is a great opportunity for someone looking for a practical
General Operative
role with full training, early starts and the chance to build hands-on experience in an essential service environment.
At Panda, you'll be part of a team that values safety, reliability and doing the job properly.
Every collection, every route and every site task helps support our broader commitment to recycling, resource recovery and keeping essential services moving.
At Panda, we value waste and strive to protect people, support customers and create positive impact for communities and the environment.
Panda is committed to attracting and retaining a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate and the people we serve.
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