Waste and Recycling - Driver
Waste and Recycling - Driver
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Job Description
We are working closely alongside a Local Authority in Powys to assist with the appointment of a Waste and Recycling Driver on a 2month contract highly likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration.
Rate of Pay: 13.46 17.43 per Hour
Summary:
The Waste & Recycling Operative will be a key member of the frontline team ensuring effective waste collection and promoting environmentally responsible practices. This is a physically active outdoorbased role requiring a high level of public interaction safe vehicle operation and a commitment to excellent service delivery.
Responsibilities:
- Drive and operate waste collection vehicles safely including HGVs.
- Carry out daily vehicle inspections and basic maintenance in line with council procedures.
- Collect domestic and trade waste and recycling; check for contamination and apply guidance procedures.
- Provide public advice and promote best recycling practices.
- Report operational issues and contribute to continuous service improvements.
- Maintain accurate records using handheld devices and paper logs.
- Assist in enforcement and compliance duties in coordination with supervisors.
- Work in all weather conditions and comply with health and safety regulations at all times.
Essentials:
- Full HGV/LGV (Category C) driving licence.
- NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in waste & recycling or relevant experience.
- Health & Safety training with IOSH Managing Safely or willingness to obtain.
- Experience in multipoint waste collection driving and publicfacing roles.
- Knowledge of operational areas and waste equipment.
- Ability to work independently under pressure and at unsocial hours including bank holidays.
Please note:
- You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice.
- You should have right to work in U.K
Disclaimer: Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary though opening assignments can be and often are extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent.
Important: We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. Incase the role requires an enhanced DBS your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service.
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Employment Type
Full Time
