Waste Operative

Job overview

We are looking for a dedicated Waste Operative to join the Facilities team at University Hospital of Wales. This is a vital role in ensuring the safe and efficient collection, segregation, and transportation of clinical, hazardous, and domestic waste across the hospital site. You will play a key part in maintaining infection control standards, supporting patient safety, and ensuring compliance with waste legislation and Health Board policies. The successful candidate will work as part of a team providing an essential service to clinical and non-clinical areas, contributing to a clean, safe, and sustainable environment for patients, staff, and visitors.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

• Collect, transport, and safely dispose of clinical, hazardous, and domestic waste from designated areas within University Hospital of Wales.
• Ensure correct segregation of waste streams in line with Health Board policies, infection control standards, and statutory waste legislation.
• Operate waste handling equipment (e.g., trolleys, compactors) safely and report any faults promptly.
• Drive Health Board vehicles, including vans and electric tug vehicles, to transport waste between collection points and disposal areas.
• Maintain accurate records of waste movements and report any incidents or non-compliance.
• Adhere to Health & Safety procedures, including the use of appropriate PPE at all times.
• Provide a responsive service to clinical areas to ensure timely waste removal and prevent accumulation.
• Support sustainability initiatives by promoting correct waste segregation and recycling practices.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and clinical staff to maintain service standards.
• Undertake mandatory training and refresher courses relevant to waste handling, vehicle operation, and infection prevention.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click "Apply now" to view in Trac

Applicant requirements

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Welsh language skills are desirable