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To provide delegates with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills to manage non-hazardous waste operations on construction sites, delivered through a combination of classroom-based learning, practical training and workplace assessment. This pathway develops environmentally conscious professionals who ensure waste is handled, segregated and disposed of in accordance with environmental regulations and sustainability requirements, with guaranteed interview opportunities upon completion.
What You’ll Learn
Why This Role Matters
Non-Hazardous Waste Operations professionals manage the collection, segregation, handling and disposal of construction waste materials in accordance with environmental regulations and sustainability requirements. Construction sites generate significant volumes of waste daily, and proper waste management is both a legal requirement and increasingly central to construction companies’ environmental commitments and sustainability targets. Waste operatives maintain site cleanliness, operate waste handling equipment, coordinate with licensed waste carriers and maintain detailed waste transfer documentation. With tightening environmental regulations, corporate sustainability commitments and growing public awareness of waste issues, qualified waste operations professionals are increasingly essential across all construction projects.
Who Is This Course For?
This pathway suits individuals who are environmentally conscious and interested in contributing to sustainable construction practices. Candidates should be physically fit, as the role involves manual handling, and capable of following detailed procedures and maintaining accurate records. Good communication skills are important for coordinating with site teams and waste management contractors. This pathway is perfect for those seeking a specialised niche within construction that aligns with environmental values while offering strong job security in a growing sector increasingly prioritised by the industry.
Qualifications & Certification
Specialised Qualification:
Core Qualifications (Included in All Pathways):
Career Progression & Opportunities
Waste management qualifications open doors to an expanding sector with increasing importance in construction and environmental services, offering diverse career opportunities and strong progression potential. Employment opportunities include waste management operatives on construction sites, recycling and resource recovery facilities, environmental services companies, local authority waste management teams, and facilities management organisations.
Career progression pathways include Waste Management Supervisor roles, Environmental Compliance Officer positions, Sustainability Coordinator opportunities, Waste Transfer Station Management, Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) roles, advancement to hazardous waste operations with additional training, and specialist environmental consultancy positions. The growing emphasis on environmental sustainability and circular economy principles means career prospects in this sector continue to strengthen.
You will receive industry-recognised NOCN/NPORS certification or NVQ Level 2 qualification (depending on your chosen pathway), plus your CSCS Card which is essential for accessing construction sites across the UK. You’ll also gain multiple health and safety certifications including Emergency First Aid, Asbestos Awareness, Fire Awareness and Manual Handling.
The Construction Bootcamp is designed as an intensive programme with duration varying by pathway. All pathways include guaranteed interview opportunities with employers upon successful completion.
No previous construction experience is required. This bootcamp is specifically designed for new entrants to the construction industry, including those who are unemployed, returning to work, or looking to change careers. All pathways provide comprehensive training from beginner level.
100% of course completers receive guaranteed interview opportunities with verified employers who are actively recruiting. We provide ongoing support including CV writing, interview preparation and job matching, plus weekly check-ins during your first 6 months of employment to ensure your success.
Yes, the course is 100% FREE for eligible Londoners thanks to funding from the Skills Bootcamps for Londoners programme. There are no hidden costs. A co-funded option is also available for employers who wish to upskill existing staff.
