Recycling Officer

De Montfort University; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 11,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

De Montfort University is seeking a Recycling Officer to join the Estates and Facilities team on our city campus in Leicester. This hands-on role focuses on waste and recycling operations, maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and safety to support the student experience.

You will work 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8:00am-1:00pm, with flexibility on start times. A full UK driving licence and good communication skills are required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role is desirable.
• Full UK driving licence is required.
• Experience of manual handling methods.
• Deliver high standards of cleanliness and presentation.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Collect, sort and dispose of waste and recycling materials.
• Assist with ceremonies and corporate events on campus.
• Maintain university buildings to the highest standard to enhance facilities for students, staff and visitors.
• Work as part of a small team on campus; support 25 hours per week as described.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Health and safety awareness

Job description

De Montfort University is a university of quality and distinctiveness, distinguished by our life-changing research, dynamic international partnerships, vibrant links with business and our commitment to excellence in learning, teaching and the student experience.

We offer more than 300 courses at foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate, many of which offer professional accreditations, and links to industry or work experience. DMU undergraduate and postgraduate courses receive continual input from leading employers and professional bodies and are underpinned by world-leading research. This ensures they remain relevant and up-to-date and provide students with the skills and experience employers expect from candidates in a competitive job market.

Role

An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual to join the Campus Services team, working on our city campus to help fulfil our commitment to providing a quality cleaning service to the academic environment.

We are seeking reliable and motivated Recycling Officers to join our team. As part of Estates and Facilities, you will help create a positive environment that supports the learning, teaching, and research activities of the University.

This is a hands-on role where attention to detail, pride in your work, and a commitment to excellent customer service are essential. You will work as part of a supportive team to maintain waste and recycling operations in University's buildings to the highest standards, ensuring they remain clean, safe, and welcoming for our diverse community and focuses on the student experience

As a Recycling Officer, this busy and varied role incorporates all duties related to collection, sorting and disposal of waste and recycling materials, assistance with ceremonies and corporate events and ensuring all buildings are maintained to the highest standard to enhance our facilities for all students, staff and visitors.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for an individual who:

• Will ideally have previous experience in a similar role.
• Holds a full UK driving licence.
• Have experience of manual handling methods.
• Take pride in delivering high standards of cleanliness.
• Have a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Can work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrate a commitment to excellent customer service.
• Can follow rotas, instructions, and health and safety requirements.
• Have good communication skills.
• Are willing to undertake training and development as required.

The position is part of a small team on campus, working within allocated university buildings. You will be required to work 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday between 8:00am-1:00pm, although flexibility on the start time will be considered for the successful candidate.

The salary shown will be pro-rated down to reflect the part time hours.

Contact

For more information, please contact Scott Batts on [e-mail] or 0116 2078657

De Montfort University is committed to providing a working and learning environment that enriches lives, supports individuals to reach their full potential, and where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. As an educator and shaper of society, the university aims to role model positive behaviours both within the university and to reflect the diversity of the wider community. As such we welcome applications from all potential candidates.

For general enquiries, please contact [e-mail]