Refuse Loader

Acorn by Synergie; Barnstaple; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking Refuse / Recycling Loaders for temporary ongoing roles in Barnstaple. The role includes collecting household waste, working outdoors in all weather conditions, and requires physical fitness for heavy lifting. Ideal candidates are those who can start immediately or at short notice. The pay rate starts at £12.21 per hour and increases to £12.65 after 12 weeks of service, with ongoing work available on a rota basis.

Benefits

Pay rate of £12.21 per hour

Increased rate of £12.65 after 12 weeks

Ongoing temporary work

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand and walk for long periods.
• Must be able to lift heavy loads safely.
• Available to start immediately.

Responsibilities

• Collect household waste and load it onto refuse vehicles.
• Walk alongside refuse vehicles along designated routes.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Skills

Physically fit

Ability to lift heavy loads

Comfortable working outdoors

Job description

Refuse / Recycling Loaders

Barnstaple | £12.21 per hour (rising to £12.65 after 12 weeks) | Temporary Ongoing | Rota Basis

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting Refuse / Recycling Loaders for temporary ongoing roles based in Barnstaple. These positions are to cover staff absence and sickness and are ideal for reliable individuals who can start immediately or at short notice.

Key Duties

• Collecting household waste and loading it onto refuse vehicles.
• Walking alongside refuse and recycling vehicles along designated routes.
• Working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Carrying out heavy lifting safely throughout the shift.

Requirements

• Physically fit and able to stand and walk for long periods.
• Ability to lift heavy loads safely.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Available to start immediately or at short notice.
• Must be available to attend induction on Wednesday 28th January 2026

What We Offer

• Pay rate of £12.21 per hour.
• Increased rate of £12.65 per hour after 12 weeks.
• Ongoing temporary work on a rota basis, subject to cover requirements.

Interested?

Apply online today or contact the Acorn by Synergie Barnstaple branch for more information.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers