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Job Title: Waste Bin Runner
Hourly Rate of Pay: £13.45
Contract Type: Permanent
Type of Employment: Full Time
Total Weekly Contractual Hours: 30
Location: Home Office, Manchester Airport, Terminal 1, Manchester, Greater Manchester, England M90 3EX
Requirement: Candidate must be over 21 years of age, hold a full UK driving licence, and have at least 2 months' driving experience.
As a Waste Bin Runner at Manchester Airport, you will play a crucial role in maintaining a clean, safe, and environmentally responsible environment. Your main duties will include the collection, segregation, and disposal of waste across various airport locations, ensuring compliance with waste management regulations and sustainability practices. You will also be responsible for maintaining service yards, reporting issues, and providing excellent customer service to passengers and staff.
Key Responsibilities:
· Waste Collection & Disposal:
· Cleaning & Reporting:
· Customer & Passenger Interaction:
Skills & Experience Required:
· Previous experience in waste management, cleaning, or a similar role is desirable but not essential.
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
· Good communication skills and a customer-friendly approach.
· Basic understanding of waste segregation and recycling best practices.
· Awareness of health & safety regulations, particularly in a high-security environment such as an airport.
· Willingness to work in outdoor and indoor environments, in all weather conditions.
Additional Information:
· Full training and uniform will be provided.
· Shift work may include early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.
· Candidates must pass background checks and security clearance as per airport regulations
· Full Manual Driving license with no more than 6 points on license
· Randow Drug & Alcohol tests will be carried out
Why This Role is Important:
The Waste Operative role is vital to ensuring that Manchester Airport remains a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for passengers and staff. Proper waste management helps maintain hygiene standards, reduces environmental impact, and enhances the airport's reputation. Your work will contribute directly to passenger experience, operational efficiency, and sustainability goals.
Join Mitie and be a part of a team that takes pride in keeping Manchester Airport clean and safe for all
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