Refuse Loader

The Best Connection; Ashford; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

The Best Connection is seeking reliable Refuse Loaders to join our waste collection team in Ashford. You will assist with collecting household and commercial waste, lifting and loading containers, and delivering a high standard of service to local communities.

This is a physically demanding outdoor role requiring teamwork, punctuality, and a strong focus on health and safety. Full training will be provided to support your development.

Qualifications

• Desirable previous experience in waste collection, labouring, or outdoor work; full training provided.

Responsibilities

• Collect and load household, recycling, and commercial waste onto collection vehicles.
• Work with the driver and crew to complete daily routes efficiently.
• Handle waste safely following company procedures.
• Return bins and containers to their correct location after collection.
• Maintain health and safety standards at all times.
• Report hazards or incidents to supervisors promptly.
• Provide professional and courteous service to the public.

Skills

Physical fitness

Teamwork

Reliability

Health & safety

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking reliable and hardworking Refuse Loaders to join our waste collection team. The successful candidates will assist with the collection of household and commercial waste, ensuring a high standard of service is delivered to local communities.

This is a physically demanding role that requires working outdoors in all weather conditions and involves regular lifting, loading, and moving of waste containers.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect and load household, recycling, and commercial waste onto collection vehicles.
• Work alongside the driver and crew to complete daily collection routes efficiently.
• Handle waste safely and in accordance with company procedures.
• Ensure bins and containers are returned to the correct location after collection.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety at all times.
• Report any issues, hazards, or incidents to supervisors promptly.
• Provide a professional and courteous service to members of the public.

Requirements

• Good level of physical fitness and ability to undertake manual handling duties.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Reliable, punctual, and hardworking attitude.
• Awareness of health and safety practices.
• Previous experience in waste collection, labouring, or outdoor work is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.