General Operative
| Posting date: | 01 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £13.10 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 31 July 2025 |
| Location: | PL31 1EZ |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Unimetals |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | ELV Operative |
Summary
We are looking for people who are interested working for a UK leader in the recycling and environmental sustainability industry. You will be responsible for carrying out all activities necessary to ensure the safe de-pollution of all vehicles that come into the depot for disposal. Working in Bodmin you will be part of a team working under the supervision of a knowledgeable and supportive Site Manager.
As part of our core values, Unimetals offers an inclusive and dynamic environment and we welcome people from a variety of different backgrounds.
General Operative Key Responsibilities
• Contribute towards the efficient running of the operation.
• Ensure that high standards of housekeeping are maintained.
• Attend any training courses that the company proposes.
• Assist in the scheduling of inward and outward transport.
• Liaise with customers, drivers and contractors who visit the site.
• Ensure that all daily checks are carried out.
• Ensure vehicles are unloaded and stored in a safe and proper manner, in particular when using a Fork Lift Truck.
• Complete month end requirements accurately and efficiently.
• Ensure vehicle details are accurately recorded throughout de-pollution activities.
• Ensure all tyres, wheels and batteries are removed prior to de-pollution.
• Maintain the de-pollution rig, according to the rig maintenance schedule.
• Ensure the rig, tools and surrounding area are kept in a clean and tidy state at all times.
About General Operative (Key Skills/Competencies)
• Exceptional organisational skills
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated, flexible and adaptable
• Integrity and confidentiality
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure
Your Qualifications
• A full driving licence to enable travel to other sites when necessary
• Previous experience of having worked in heavy industry
• FLT licence would be an advantage
• MSH licence would be an advantage
As part of our core values, Unimetals offers an inclusive and dynamic environment and we welcome people from a variety of different backgrounds.
General Operative Key Responsibilities
• Contribute towards the efficient running of the operation.
• Ensure that high standards of housekeeping are maintained.
• Attend any training courses that the company proposes.
• Assist in the scheduling of inward and outward transport.
• Liaise with customers, drivers and contractors who visit the site.
• Ensure that all daily checks are carried out.
• Ensure vehicles are unloaded and stored in a safe and proper manner, in particular when using a Fork Lift Truck.
• Complete month end requirements accurately and efficiently.
• Ensure vehicle details are accurately recorded throughout de-pollution activities.
• Ensure all tyres, wheels and batteries are removed prior to de-pollution.
• Maintain the de-pollution rig, according to the rig maintenance schedule.
• Ensure the rig, tools and surrounding area are kept in a clean and tidy state at all times.
About General Operative (Key Skills/Competencies)
• Exceptional organisational skills
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated, flexible and adaptable
• Integrity and confidentiality
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure
Your Qualifications
• A full driving licence to enable travel to other sites when necessary
• Previous experience of having worked in heavy industry
• FLT licence would be an advantage
• MSH licence would be an advantage