Airport Operative

Hours: 7.00am to 7.00pm (4 on 4 off shift pattern)

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity where your skills will shine and your ideas will shape the future?

At Grundon, we are on the lookout for a dynamic, passionate, and driven individual to join our team based in Colnbrook Airport Services.

This is more than just a job, it’s an opportunity to join a company that is here to show the world that there is more to waste than it seems. Here your contributions will make a real difference as we work towards our shared vision to unlock the potential of waste whilst we are dedicated to leaving a better planet for future generations.

Reporting into the Contracts Transport Manager you will play a key role in driving our mission forward by maintaining cleanliness and waste management standards across all areas of the airport, including airside.

What will you do

• Maintain a clean and tidy airport perimeter by emptying waste containers, litter picking, sweeping roads and pathways, and completing other cleaning duties as required.
• Coordinate and support waste collection schedules to ensure efficient and timely service delivery.
• Report any damaged, full, or faulty waste containers promptly to the Shift Supervisor.
• Drive and care for the company van, ensuring it remains clean, roadworthy, and maintained to a high standard.
• Record and report any near misses, accidents, or incidents immediately in accordance with company procedures.
• Comply with all airside bylaws, health and safety regulations, and company policies at all times.
• Safely handle and move pallets, small equipment, and other items in line with manual handling procedures, assisting with vehicle loading when required.
• Provide operational support across different roles, this could include covering other duties on the airport such as operating telehandler and compactors once full training and sign-off have been completed. Undertake any additional duties or ad hoc projects as directed by the Manager
• Always wear the correct company-issued PPE and ensure full compliance with all company policies and procedures, including health and safety and employment regulations.
• Any other duties, such as ad hoc projects, as requested by the job holder's Manager /Supervisor or the Board of Directors that are within the skills and capabilities of the job holder.

Why you will like working here:

• A supportive, inclusive, and fun team culture
• Designed to empower you to work where and how you thrive, balancing productivity with lifestyle
• Opportunities for career growth and development
• Competitive salary and great benefits
• A company that values your voice and ideas

About You

• Must hold a full UK car driving licence
• Provide a verifiable 5-year employment history in order to obtain Airside Pass
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Experienced in carrying out manual handling and lifting tasks safely and efficiently.
• Demonstrate strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships across all levels of the organisation
• Ability to work independently, managing tasks and priorities effectively to meet deadlines with minimal supervision

About Grundon?

Grundon is the UK’s largest family-owned supplier of integrated waste management and environmental services. Founded in 1929, we have developed a distinctive approach that has helped us to maintain a leading position within the waste industry. This approach is underpinned by our commitment to quality of service, innovation and technical progress, together with a genuine and demonstrable concern for the environment.

Why Grundon?

At Grundon, we are dedicated to providing diversity, equality, and inclusion. We believe great ideas come from everywhere, and we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, heard, and empowered to thrive.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career within the dynamic world of waste management and environmental services, this is your opportunity to join one of the industry’s most respected names.