Loaders

Publica Group (Support) Limited; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Driver CPC Training

Learning & Progression

Flexible Working

Community Impact

Generous Leave

Holiday Buy/Sell

Pension 5% Employer

Ubico Perks

24/7 Support

Health & Wellbeing

On-site parking

Job summary

Ubico is recruiting Loaders to collect refuse and recyclables from properties across Salisbury and surrounding Wiltshire areas. This permanent role offers an active outdoors job with a strong emphasis on safety, physical fitness, and reliability.

We provide Driver CPC training, progression opportunities, flexible working options, and a comprehensive benefits package including 26 days leave rising to 30, pension contributions, and access to Ubico Perks. Join a team keeping communities clean.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of refuse and recycling operations and willingness to learn.
• Previous experience with mobile or static plant and equipment would be advantageous.
• Be prepared to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Be fit and able to lift heavy objects and walk 8-10 miles daily at a brisk pace.

Responsibilities

• Collect refuse and recyclables from properties across Wiltshire.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions and maintain safe operating practices.

Skills

Refuse & recycling operations

Plant & equipment experience

Outdoor work

Physical fitness

Job description

We require Loaders to undertake collection of refuse and recyclables from properties throughout the Wiltshire District.

If you want an active outdoors job and a great work-life balance then this is the job for you!

You will need…

• Basic knowledge of refuse and recycling operations and willingness to learn
• Previous experience of working with mobile or static plant and equipment would be advantageous
• Be prepared to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Be fit and able to lift heavy objects (and walk 8-10 miles each day at a brisk pace)

Vacancies can close earlier than stated if a high number of applications have been received . We recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible

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What we can do for you

• Driver CPC Training - We cover all costs to help you stay qualified.
• Learning & Progression - We support your growth, whether you're starting out or moving up.
• Flexible Working – Options include hybrid roles and task & finish shifts.
• Community Impact - Help make your neighbourhood cleaner and greener.
• Generous Leave – 26 days annual leave + bank holidays (rising to 30 days after 5 years).
• Holiday Flexibility – Buy or sell up to 1 week of leave.
• Pension Support – 5% employer contribution to your retirement.
• All employees have access to Ubico Perks, our rewards and benefits platform - offering exclusive discounts, deals and cashback on everyday essentials.
• 24/7 Support – Free, confidential helpline for you and your family.
• Health & Wellbeing – Free eye tests (role-dependent), flu jabs, and wellbeing resources.
• Workplace Comforts – Free PPE, tea & coffee, and on-site parking.

About Us

We provide vital environmental services across Gloucestershire, Wiltshire and West Oxfordshire - keeping communities clean and green. Our work includes waste and recycling collections, street cleansing, grounds maintenance, building cleaning, managing recycling centres and maintenance of our fleet.

Our values are at the heart of everything we do. We’re proud of our strong work ethic and are looking for enthusiastic, dedicated individuals who share our commitment to making a positive difference.

Ubico is committed to meeting its statutory and moral duties to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, young people under 18 years of age and adults at risk who are the recipients of its services and/or activities. Pre-employment checks include medical screening, references, proof of identity and right to work, and may include criminal record verification.

It is important that our staff reflect the diversity of our community, and we therefore welcome and encourage applications from people of all genders and sexual orientation, those from Black, Asian, and other minority ethnic backgrounds, and those with disabilities.

All Locations All Locations:

Salisbury

Vacancy Type Vacancy Type:

Permanent

Advertising Salary Salary Details:

£29,009 - £29,897 Per Annum (including basic and market supplement)