John Johnson
Wolverhampton,West Midlands
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with expertise in waste management and safety compliance. Communicates effectively and collaborates well in team environments. Committed to upholding high safety and environmental standards while handling refuse and sorting materials efficiently.
Overview
52
52
years of professional experience
Work History
Household Waste Recycling Site Operative
Wolverhampton City Council
Wolverhampton
2018.08 - Current
- Continuation of previous job
- Maintained good relationships with customers and local community members by answering questions and addressing issues related to recycling waste materials.
- Enforced compliance with health and safety legislation while carrying out recycling activities in absence of on-site supervision.
- Used PPE to prevent injury or contamination.
- Conducted daily safety and performance checks of waste management systems and machinery.
- Operated FLT, pallet jacks and cranes to move, lift and stack goods within warehouse premises.
- Disposed of hazardous materials to meet health, safety and environmental legislation.
- Coordinated with transport teams for the efficient collection and delivery of recyclable materials.
- Carried out safety inspections, maintained site fire log and implemented preventive action plans.
- Assisted public members in segregating and safely disposing of hazardous and non-hazardous recyclable materials in nature.
- Understood procedures for uncommon materials.
- Controlled access and use of facilities by public members to mitigate risk and prevent injuries.
Household Waste Recycling Site Operative
Amey
Wolverhampton
2013.03 - 2018.08
- Monitored quality of sorted materials, implementing corrective actions to minimise contamination.
- Hand-picked items from conveyor belts to sort and separate contaminated goods, ensuring compliance with recycling standards.
- Adapted to various weather conditions while performing outdoor tasks.
- as previous position
Household Waste Recycling Site Operative
Enterprise PLC
Wolverhampton
2006.03 - 2013.03
- Monitored quality of sorted materials and took corrective action to resolve contamination issues, ensuring recycling standards were met.
- Enforced compliance with health and safety legislation during recycling activities in absence of on-site supervision, promoting a safe working environment.
- Followed safe lifting and working practices, including wearing personal protective equipment, to mitigate accidents and injuries.
- Wore personal protective equipment consistently to safeguard against injuries and contamination.
- Adapted work practices to maintain efficiency in various weather conditions.
- Maintained positive relationships with customers and local community members by addressing questions and resolving issues related to recycling waste materials.
- Operated FLT, pallet jacks and cranes to move, lift and stack goods within warehouse premises.
Agency Worker
Reed recruitment
Wolverhampton
2003.03 - 2006.03
- Executed temporary assignments as directed by agency managers, adapting quickly to diverse environments.
- Responded to short-notice requests by attending various workplaces and completing assigned tasks efficiently.
- Carried out tasks, jobs and temporary work as requested by agency managers.
- Completed all tasks efficiently and timely, as instructed by agency managers.
- Contracted with agency to work for varying companies on temporary assignments.
Yard Operative
Sam's Transport
leeds
1994.03 - 2003.03
- Facilitated smooth operation of the yard by efficiently managing tasks and priorities.
- Loaded and unloaded goods from delivery vehicles, adhering to safety protocols.
- Transported and stacked loads, prioritising load safety and security.
- Followed work order documentation for accurate loading and unloading of deliveries.
- Completed daily inspections to identify wear, damage and repair needs.
- Built and maintained strong working relationships with yard team members.
Soldier
British Army
1975.03 - 1994.03
- Maintained rigorous physical fitness and combat readiness, exemplifying discipline and resilience.
- Adhered to strict codes of conduct and ethics, upholding the honour and values of the military service.
- Followed directions and commands from senior officers without hesitation or refusal.
- Used firearms and other types of weapons with matching ammunition while complying with legal requirements.
- Worked excellently in teams by working together cohesively to accomplish assigned tasks, assignments and special missions.
- Maintained extensive knowledge of first aid, CPR and emergency procedures through regular training.
- Participated in community engagement activities, strengthening relationships between the military and local populations.
Skills
- Waste management systems
- Hazardous material disposal
- Health and safety compliance
- Safety inspections
- Risk assessment
- Forklift operation
- Transport coordination
- Hazard identification
- Manual handling
- Site cleanliness maintenance
- Customer service
- Customer relationship management
- Team collaboration
- Communication skills
- Decision making
- Safety awareness
Timeline
Household Waste Recycling Site Operative
Wolverhampton City Council
2018.08 - Current
Household Waste Recycling Site Operative
Amey
2013.03 - 2018.08
Household Waste Recycling Site Operative
Enterprise PLC
2006.03 - 2013.03
Agency Worker
Reed recruitment
2003.03 - 2006.03
Yard Operative
Sam's Transport
1994.03 - 2003.03
Soldier
British Army
1975.03 - 1994.03