Job Description
Job Title:
Recycling and Waste Management U1R
Reports To:
Community Leader
Location:
Emmaus Village, Carlton
Job Purpose
To carry out the required duties and responsibilities of a member of the staff team.
With particular responsibility for Recycling and Waste Management within our Sorting
Warehouse (U1R) and Recycling Yard. Responsible for all Health and Safety requirements,
Fire Safety and COSHH.
(U1R – Under 1 Roof)
Main Responsibilities
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Manage the operation of recycling, re-reuse and waste within the Sorting Warehouse
(U1R) and Recycling Yard, with emphasis on resale for all donated items.
Support the development and management of Companions’ work activities in the Sorting
Warehouse (U1R) and Recycling Yard to provide significant and meaningful work to build
up skills and self-esteem while making a contribution to the success of the Community
Support the daily tasks required within the specified areas, training and supervising
Companions as appropriate.
Support opportunities to enable Companions to play a proactive role in the operation of
Community businesses and activities.
To keep up to date with any legislation and training relating to the job
Ensure completion of records necessary for each task undertaken
Ensure all work is carried out to good standards and within the health and safety
regulations.
Complying with current recycling legislation and EU policy
Evaluating the benefits of collection, transportation and processing methods
To be available to cover driving of vehicles when necessary.
To maintain all Health and Safety requirements, with emphasis on Risk Assessments,
Fire Safety and COSHH
Ensure all paperwork relating to Health and Safety, Risk Assessments and Fire Safety
are accurate and up to date in relation to the needs of the Community and current
legislation.
Any other duties as required by the Operations Manager within the areas of site
maintenance
Provide ‘On Call’ night time cover and act as Responsible Person on duty.
(Approximately one evening a week and one weekend in five. Accommodation will be
made available- Three Bedroom House)
Working Conditions
Emmaus Village Carlton runs its business operations six days a week, Monday to Saturday
and provides 24 hour, 7-day/week support to the Community. Days and hours of work will be
agreed with the Community Leader as appropriate.
Emmaus works with vulnerable people. Staff and volunteers must observe the proper
demarcation and professional boundaries while performing their role. All roles within
Emmaus Village Carlton are subject to enhanced CRB checks.
All staff must always act in a way which will maintain the good reputation of Emmaus Village
Carlton, upholding the policies and procedures of Emmaus and striving to preserve good
working relationships with Staff, Volunteers, Companions and Trustees. All staff are
obligated to keep the appropriate and key personnel well informed of significant matters
relating to the Community.
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In Emmaus, volunteers are an important resource and make a vital contribution to Emmaus’
aim to take action to help disadvantaged people. Emmaus therefore encourages, develops
and supports volunteer involvement in its work.
Work is conducted in an environmentally aware manner with the aim of ensuring all
resources are utilised effectively and efficiently. Sound “value for money” principles are
necessary in undertaking purchasing or supply of goods and services.
Physical Requirements
Emmaus Village Carlton is based on one extensive site. There four trading areas, an ‘Under
1 Roof’ building for reception and sorting of donated goods, a waste recycling area, a garden
and four residential areas. Completing duties and responsibilities effectively will entail
considerable movement around these various activities.
Approved By:
Date Approved:
Helen Jago, Community Leader
August 2015
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Job Title: Site Agent
Person Specification
Essential
Desirable
Experience
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Confident and competent people manager
Some leadership experience
Good interpersonal skills
Waste Management skills
Recycling and reuse skills
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Customer service
Working with vulnerable people or people
with challenging behaviour
Experience of working with volunteers
Implementing systems and processes
Experience of working with and relating to a
diverse range of people
Education / Professional Certification
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To GCSE Level
NEBOSH Qualification
COSHH Training
Fork Lift – Counter Balance
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Evidence of commitment to continuing
education as appropriate
Skills
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Good analytical and problem solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
Effective listening
Conflict resolution
Participative management style; ability to
enable and empower rather than direct
Effective organization and time management
Knowledge and Commitment
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Risk assessment
Professional boundaries
Confidentiality
Data protection
Organisational audits
Demonstration of a belief in and, the ability
to, adopt and work within the Emmaus
principles
Personal Characteristics
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A belief in the potential of each individual and an understanding of the importance of community
in helping an individual to achieve their potential
Effective team player, with the ability to lead, work and delegate
Ability and willingness to work with and alongside Companions and staff and volunteers.
Empathetic and understanding of a wide range of needs and experiences
Awareness and acceptance of own limitations
Confidence to take on and resolve difficult and frequently sensitive issues
Commitment to environmental sustainability and social development
Able to welcome people into the Community with no prejudice
Highly self motivated
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