Aviation Recruitment experts Optime are searching for Airside Waste Collector Drivers to join a well-respected and successful client at Bristol Airport. This job offers full time hours and overtime opportunities. This is a very enjoyable role with a great company providing fantastic conditions and facilities.

PLEASE NOTE: A Full UK Manual driving licence is required for this role, with no more than three points.

What's on offer:

• Rate of pay: £13.00 once successful completion of training there will be £2.50 increase per shift
• Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off
• Shifts: Example times below.
• Weekly Pay
• Full Training provided

Start Date:

• Immediate Start

Key Duties:

• Consistently deliver the highest level of customer service to cabin crew and airline staff.
• Collect waste and recycling directly from aircraft, ensuring prompt and efficient removal.
• Carry out ad hoc cleaning tasks to support operational needs.
• Correctly segregate waste and cleaning materials in line with recycling and environmental guidelines.
• Ensure strict compliance with both airline and airport policies and procedures.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and secure working environment at all times.
• Report any safety concerns, hazards, or irregularities immediately.
• Important: This is a physically demanding role that includes extensive manual tasks such as bending, lifting, walking, and working in tight spaces.

Roster examples:

The airport is operational 365 days a year, 7 days a week so full flexibility is required.

This could be subject to change!

• 4 on 4 off
• Day 1: 0645-1845
• Day 2: 0645-1845
• Day 3: 0645-1845
• Day 4: 0645-1845

Must be flexible to accommodate the shift pattern.

Rate of Pay:

£13.00 per hour and once successful completed training, there will be an additional £2.50 per shift increase.

Requirements:

• A Full UK Manual driving licence, with no more than three points endorsed, maintaining regular reports for inspection.
• Experience driving a large vehicle is essential.
• Must be able to demonstrate proficiency of both written and spoken English.
• Must be able to pass and maintain an Airside Pass and airside driving Permit, including competency checks where necessary. This will require a full 5-year work history, the right to work in the UK and a DBS check.
• A positive pro-active “can do” attitude.
• Good attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative, while being part of a team.

PLEASE NOTE: As this position is in the aviation industry, successful applicants must be able to provide 5-year checkable history.

For an opportunity to interview for this fantastic role, please submit your CV to apply!

Optime Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.