Casual Waste Service Operative - DGA12119

Dumfries and Galloway Council; Scotland; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Dumfries and Galloway Council is hiring a Casual HWRC Operative to support various Recycling Centre locations. The role involves assisting the public with waste handling, maintaining clean sites, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a basic educational background.

Benefits

Access to Vivup platform with discounts

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Financial support from My Money Matters

Guidance from trained Wellbeing Champions

Qualifications

• Good communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Understanding of recycling and Health & Safety in the workplace desired.
• Experience in customer service preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist and advise the public at Recycling Centres.
• Maintain site cleanliness and follow procedures.
• Assist with Transfer Stations duties.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivation

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Standard Grade level education

Job description

Advert

Casual HWRC Operative

Dumfries

£12.96 per hour

To cover various Recycling Centre locations in Dumfries and Galloway, you will assist and advise the public to maximise recycling and help with the manual handling of their waste. You will keep the HWRC free from litter and debris and work in accordance with all site procedures, licences, and site rules. You will also be required to assist with some duties on the Transfer Stations where applicable.

You must be educated to a Standard Grade level. You will have good communication and interpersonal skills, be self-motivated and be able to work under pressure.

Experience in the waste industry, building industry or another relevant industry would be a desirable attribute. It would also be desirable to have experience in customer service. You should have an understanding of the importance of recycling and Health & Safety in the workplace.

The post available for Casual HWRC Operative:

1 x casual post to assist with the cover of absent staff (holiday, sickness, training etc.)

A current driving licence is a desired requirement of this post. However, if you have a disability which precludes you from holding a driving licence consideration will be given if alternative transport can be arranged.

This post is subject to candidate vetting through Disclosure Scotland.

With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing. Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more. Employees also get access to exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions.

Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, driving us to tackle inequality. We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation.

For further information please contact Kirk Telfer, 01387 750911 or [e-mail]