JOB TITLE: Environmental Operative
LOCATION: Fort Kinnaird, Edinburgh
SHIFT PATTERN: 4 on 4 off, 22.5 hours per week
PAY RATE: £12.00 per hour
ABM UK, a leading provider of facility service solutions, is seeking an experienced Environmental Operative to join our team. With over 30 years of experience, we serve a diverse range of clients, including shopping centers, commercial locations, and airports, across the UK. We are proud of our dedicated workforce of over 3,500 skilled and motivated individuals, who work together to meet and exceed expectations for safe working environments, career development, and best practice innovation.
As an Environmental Operative, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing the cleanliness and sustainability of our clients' facilities. You will work closely with our clients to understand their unique needs and provide customized solutions to meet those needs. With a strong focus on environmental stewardship, you will contribute to creating a safe and healthy working environment for our clients and their employees.
Responsibilities
- Conduct routine inspections of facilities to identify and address environmental issues such as waste management, recycling, water conservation, and energy efficiency
- Implement and monitor sustainable practices, including waste reduction, recycling programs, and energy-efficient initiatives
- Assist in the development and implementation of environmental policies and procedures
- Ensure compliance with relevant environmental regulations and standards
- Collaborate with clients and colleagues to develop and deliver environmental training programs
- Respond to and resolve environmental concerns and emergencies in a timely and efficient manner
- Maintain accurate records and documentation related to environmental initiatives and activities
- Previous experience in a similar role within the facilities services industry
- Strong knowledge of environmental regulations and best practices
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Physical stamina to handle the demands of the job, including standing, walking, and lifting heavy objects
- Valid driver's license
We’re proud to offer a great range of benefits including:
- 24/7 GP: Both you and your immediate family can speak to a UK-based GP from the comfort of your own home
- Mental Health support and Life Event Counseling
- Get Fit Programme
- Financial and legal support
- Cycle to work scheme
- Access Perks at Work, our innovative employee app where you can find:
- Perks: discounts, gift cards, cashback, and exclusive offers
- Life: Search for resources and tools on topics ranging from family and life to health, money and work
- Support: Online chat or telephone service for urgent support in a crisis
For more information about ABM’s benefits, visit our careers page
ABOUT US
ABM is one of the world’s largest providers of integrated facility services. A driving force for a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable world, ABM provides essential services that improve the spaces and places that matter most. ABM offers a comprehensive array of facility services that includes cleaning, engineering, parking, electrical & lighting, energy solutions, HVAC & mechanical, security, and mission critical solutions. ABM delivers these custom facility solutions to properties across a wide range of industries – from commercial office buildings to schools, airports, hospitals, data centres, manufacturing plants and distribution centres, entertainment venues and more. In the UK we’re proud to service icon sites across the country with more than 10,000 team members. For more information, visit www.abm.co.uk.
ABM are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief. We are proud members of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme.
