Loader / Waste Operative - 2 permanent posts

BCP Council; Bournemouth; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Bournemouth Borough Council is recruiting for a Commercial Waste Loader / Waste Operative in Bournemouth, UK. The role is full-time (37 hours per week) with some early starts, late finishes and weekend work, and includes training opportunities such as LGV driving.

The ideal candidate will have good communication skills and a flexible, hardworking approach. The position is not visa-restricted and requires right to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills essential for speaking with commercial customers and members of the public.
• No previous experience required.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to operational delivery of waste disposal and collection services within Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.
• Load and unload waste containers safely on site and on vehicles as directed by the driver.
• Assist the driver with vehicle manoeuvring and act as banksman when required.
• Follow safety policies and wear PPE at all times; complete required records and paperwork.

Skills

Communication skills

Job description

# Loader / Waste Operative - 2 permanent posts## Job IntroductionThe starting salary for this role will be £27,709 (pro rata for part-time hours)We’re looking forward to welcoming new colleagues under this refreshed framework of pay, terms, and conditions. To promote fairness and consistency, all new starters will begin at the bottom of the pay band. This reflects our commitment to equity across the organisation and aligns with the approach taken with existing staff during the transition. While the starting salary is fixed, the role offers excellent scope for growth, meaningful contribution, and being part of a forward-thinking team.**You can also find out more about the new terms and conditions that we are introducing on our careers site on,**'More than just a job' brochure **Role Purpose and Main Responsibilities**We have a vacancy for a Commercial Waste Loader / Waste Operative. No previous experience is required. Loading on a trade refuse / recycling vehicle moving large, potentially heavy, bins from premises to the collection vehicle. Work may also involve collection of bulky items e.g., sofas and chairs, as part of the bulky waste collection service. The role can be physically demanding and involves being outside in all weathers. We want to give successful candidates the opportunity to learn new skills, therefore training can be provided in the future for you to learn new skills such as LGV driving. The full-time post is 37 hours a week working on a rota basis. It does involve some early starts, some late finishes and working some weekends.# MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES* To contribute to the successful operational delivery of the Council’s waste disposal, commercial waste and associated collection services within Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.* To ensure these services are operated efficiently and legally will require participation in a flexible working week of 37 hours, which will include some weekend and bank holiday work, including occasional overtime / TOIL to meet the needs of the service.* Participate in training that will enable and enhance your own knowledge and skills required to meet service delivery requirements.* To complete appropriate records / paperwork required to fulfil the role (e.g., time sheets, commercial waste rejection slips).* Take a helpful, courteous approach to all customers, understanding their needs and suggesting solutions to problems where required and marketing waste services where appropriate.* To work as part of a flexible and multi-skilled team covering other duties where appropriate. These could include site security and taking payments for chargeable waste. Financial remuneration will be made where appropriate.* Share work knowledge with colleagues and new recruits.* To drive where appropriate and when trained on non-LGV vehicles (e.g., forklift, van).* Due to the nature of the work, you will be required to wear safety PPE at all times during the working day. You are required to take responsibility for the storage and maintenance of your own PPE ensuring it remains in a clean and useable standard.* To observe the Council’s code of Safe Working Practise as defined in the Health and Safety policy.* To comply with all decisions, policies and standing orders of the Council and any relevant statutory requirements, including the Equality Act, the Health and Safety at Work Act and Data Protection Act.* To undertake such other duties as may be required from time to time commensurate with the level of the post. # Loading on RCV (when tasked)1. Emptying of commercial waste containers.2. Under the general direction of the driver, load vehicles safely and efficiently.3. Assist the driver in vehicle manoeuvring and act as banksman when required.4. To expand and maintain knowledge of all commercial collection routes and other operational services.5. To train as an LGV driver to cover driver absence (which will be remunerated at appropriate rate).**The Ideal Candidate**Good communication skills are essential as you will be speaking to our commercial customers and members of the public.If you are a flexible, hardworking, team player, who is able to carry out instructions efficiently and is proud to get the job done well, you will be an asset to our team.Please note, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK. **About BCP Council**BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of beautiful world-renowned coastline. We can offer career defining roles to transform and improve services. By working with us, you can help deliver a vision of a thriving, word-class, prosperous and inclusive place for generations to come.**Our Benefits** ***A Place to Thrive – Join BCP Council*** At BCP Council, we’re not just building a workforce—**we’re transforming how we recognise and reward our people.** Check out our attractive enhanced benefits and find out more about the new Pay and Reward package at (Employee benefits | Working for BCP link to careers page) ***Be the difference - Join an organisation that values you*** More About us | Working for BCPApply+− OpenStreetMap contributors### Loader / Waste Operative - 2 permanent posts* **Salary** £27,709 Starting Salary* **Frequency** Annual* **Dynamics Position No. and Role Profile Code** 106175 and 106179 ENV006* **Contract Type** Permanent* **Closing Date** 2 November, 2026* **Job Category** Environment* **Business Unit** Environment* **Location** Bournemouth, United Kingdom* **Posted on** 26 October, 2026Apply