Food Waste Collection Loader

Bromsgrove and Redditch Councils; Redditch; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave starting at 24+

Flexible working where possible

Full training and ongoing development

Employee Assistance Programme

Access to employee benefits platform

Job summary

Bromsgrove District Council and Redditch Borough Council are recruiting Food Waste Collection Loaders to support a new weekly food waste collection across both districts.

You will collect food waste from residents, work as part of a crew, and help ensure safe handling of waste while delivering high standards of service.

Position is 37 hours per week over 4 days (Mon–Fri, 06:30–17:00, 16:30 finish on Fridays). Local Government Pension Scheme, generous leave and training are offered.

Qualifications

• We have waste collection or outdoor operations experience.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements.
• Effective verbal communication and basic written recording.
• Commitment to customer service and flexible attitude.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good time management and reliable attendance.
• Professional conduct when representing the councils.

Responsibilities

• Collect food waste from residential properties as part of a crew.
• Work across collection rounds and depot locations as needed.
• Operate outdoors in all weather conditions and handle caddies/bins safely.
• Support wider Waste Services team including other waste streams.
• Communicate with colleagues, supervisors and residents clearly.
• Maintain accurate records of collections and times.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Health and safety

Verbal communication

Customer service

Teamwork

Time management

Professional conduct

Independence

Attendance

Tools

Machinery operation

Vehicle operation

Job description

Bromsgrove and Redditch Councils are seeking to recruit Food Waste Collection Loaders to support the delivery of our new weekly food waste collection service across both districts. As a Food Waste Collection Loader, you will play a key role in helping residents recycle their food waste and contribute to environmental sustainability. Working as part of a collection crew, you will collect food waste from residential properties and ensure waste is handled safely and efficiently. There may also be opportunities to support the wider Waste Services team, including domestic refuse, recycling and garden waste collections, as required.

• Be able to work flexibly across all collection rounds and from any of our depot locations.
• Be comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, supervisors and residents.
• Be physically capable of carrying out the duties of the role, including walking up to 10-15 miles per day and safely handling food waste caddies and wheeled bins.
• Demonstrate a reliable and positive approach to work.

Skills and Experience

We are looking for individuals with experience in waste collection services or a similar outdoor operational environment. Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate:

• A full UK driving licence and a willingness to work across both council areas and depot locations.
• A good understanding of health and safety requirements and their importance in the workplace.
• Effective verbal communication skills and basic written recording skills.
• A commitment to delivering excellent customer service.
• Positive, flexible and proactive attitude.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good time management and attendance.
• Professional conduct when representing the councils within the local community.

Desirable Criteria

• A minimum of one year's experience within a waste management role or similar operational environment.
• Knowledge of Bromsgrove and Redditch and the services provided by the councils.
• Experience operating machinery, vehicles or equipment within a working environment.

Permanent Position

37 hours per week worked over any 4 days from 5 (Monday to Friday), 06:30 to 17:00 (16:30 finish on Fridays)

Grade 3, Scale Points 5-9 £25,583.28 - £27,254.09 per annum

Bromsgrove District Council and Redditch Borough Council Situated in North Worcestershire, Bromsgrove District Council and Redditch Borough Council share services and work together to deliver high-quality services to our communities.

We are committed to being a customer-focused organisation, placing residents at the heart of everything we do. Our aim is to deliver reliable, high-quality services that make a positive difference to the communities we serve.,

• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 24 days per year, plus bank holidays (pro rata).
• Flexible working arrangements where operationally appropriate.
• Full training and ongoing development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform offering discounts on shopping, leisure activities, holidays, salary sacrifice schemes and much more.