Logistics Operative

Reed Talent Solutions are working with United Utilities on the search for a Logistics Operative to provide tanker reception services at their Stockport site.

In this role you will be responsible for the supervision and control of Bioprocessing tanker movement on site and implementation of Bioprocessing treatment plans for each individual waste stream, ensuring that each consignment is offloaded at the correct location and discharged in accordance with Bioprocessing’s regulatory requirements. You will also be responsible for collecting waste monitoring samples from all incoming consignments and process assets.

Day-today duties would also include carrying out admin duties, administration and record keeping, including keeping detailed logs and collation of raw data to ensure a high standard of functionality of all bioprocessing assets through good housekeeping, maintenance and diligence.

Why work at United Utilities?

United Utilities believe in the power of diversity, and they're excited to welcome candidates from all backgrounds. The goal is to build a team that reflects the richness of the diverse customer base.

Who are United Utilities?

United Utilities are proud to be an essential service provider to seven million customers across the North West. It is their job to bring three million households and 200,000 businesses clean, clear water and to take their wastewater away so the customers can simply get on with their day. Currently 5,000 employees are key to achieving their ambitious vision and plans and all work together to provide a great service to the customers.

Role details:

• Job title: Logistics Operative
• Location: Stockport WWTW, Heathside Park Road, Cheadle Heath, SK3 0PT
• Contract: 3 months
• Hourly pay rate: £12.69 PAYE
• Working hours: hours between 7am and 5pm, Monday to Friday (40 hours per week)
• Start date: ASAP
• Training: To be completed at Davyhulme WWTW, M41 7JB
• Application Process: Initial telephone discussion with Reed Talent Solutions and face-to-face interview with hiring manager.

What you'll need to be successful in the role?

• Strong organisational skills as you will be responsible for precise recording of data is required
• The ability to deal effectively and politely with people from a wide variety of backgrounds, including tanker drivers, regulators and customer representatives.
• Adaptability for learning systems and being able to manage reactive work where required
• Able to work unsupervised with initiative and have excellent problem-solving skills
• Experience working outside is desirable as a lot of time will be spent outside and manual labour will be involved
• Experience working with wastewater/ waste management (knowledge of UK Waste Management Regulations and Wastewater Treatment processes) is advantageous
• UK driving licence

If you are interested in this role or want to find out more, please reach out and send your application to us today with an updated CV.