Food Waste Collection Operative — Flexible Hours + Training

Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council; Hinckley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in Hinckley is seeking a Waste Management Operative to collect waste for a new service. The role involves physically demanding tasks such as walking long distances and moving waste containers. Ideal candidates are committed individuals who can deliver excellent customer service. The position offers a full-time permanent contract with a salary range of £25,185 to £26,403 per annum, along with flexible working options and a generous pension scheme.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Generous pension scheme

Annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Committed individual looking to make a difference to high-profile council services.
• Ability to walk long distances and move heavy waste receptacles.
• Category B licence currently advantageous for HGV training (category C).

Responsibilities

• Collect food waste in new Food Waste Collection vehicles.
• Collect other waste streams (Refuse, Dry Recycling, Garden waste) as part of the wider service.
• Initially distribute food waste containers to residents prior to collections.
• Deliver high levels of customer service and be courteous to members of the public.

Skills

Physically fit

Customer service

Job description

A local council in Hinckley is seeking a Waste Management Operative to collect waste for a new service. The role involves physically demanding tasks such as walking long distances and moving waste containers. Ideal candidates are committed individuals who can deliver excellent customer service. The position offers a full-time permanent contract with a salary range of £25,185 to £26,403 per annum, along with flexible working options and a generous pension scheme.