Recruiting now for Asbestos Removal –

Senior Operative

1. Role details

• Job title: Senior Operative
• Reporting to: Chargehand / Supervisor / Site Manager
• Direct reports: None (supports and mentors Operatives and New Starters)
• Role type: Site-based

2. Role purpose

To deliver site tasks to a consistently high standard of compliance and professionalism, supporting the Chargehand/Supervisor/Site Manager by mentoring less experienced team members and reinforcing company requirements and project documentation.

3. Key accountabilities

• Safe and compliant task delivery within the limits of competence and authorisation.
• Consistent standards of conduct, housekeeping and equipment care.
• Supporting mentoring/coaching of Operatives and New Starters.
• Accurate completion of allocated records and prompt reporting of issues.

4. Key responsibilities

• Carry out tasks as instructed, following company policies, controlled procedures and project documentation.
• Support site briefings/inductions/toolbox talks as directed.
• Mentor Operatives and New Starters, reinforcing expected standards and documentation discipline.
• Complete required checks and records accurately and on time (including digital systems).
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and equipment care.
• Report incidents, near misses, defects/faults and health concerns promptly via the required route.
• Escalate constraints, unclear instructions or changing conditions promptly.

5. Competence & appraisal evidence (for audit and progression)

The Senior Operative must demonstrate and maintain competence through documented evidence, including (as applicable): – Consistent compliance record and conduct – Quality and timeliness of records completed – Mentoring/coaching activity and feedback from Chargehand/Supervisor – Observation outcomes (standards, housekeeping, PPE/RPE compliance) – Escalation quality (early identification and reporting of issues)

6. Performance indicators (KPIs)

• Compliance and reliability (including record quality)
• Quality and timeliness of task delivery (within the limits of project controls)
• Positive feedback from Chargehand/Supervisor/Site Manager
• Demonstrated support to team development and readiness for increased responsibility

7. Skills, knowledge and behaviours

Essential

• Proven experience as an Operative with a strong compliance and conduct record
• Working knowledge of controlled documentation and site records
• Ability to mentor and support less experienced staff

Behaviours

• Leads by example; reinforces standards
• Calm, professional and reliable
• Stops work and escalates where conditions are unsafe or unclear

8. Governance requirements

• Must comply with all company policies and controlled procedures.
• Must only undertake tasks within the limits of competence, training and agreed project controls.
• Must maintain confidentiality and appropriate information handling.

9. Interfaces

• Chargehand / Supervisor / Site Manager
• Operatives and New Starters