Refuse Loader

Thorn-Baker-Group; Ilkeston; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Uniform provided

Weekly pay

Overtime available

Pay increase after 12 weeks

Temp to perm opportunities

Job summary

Thorn-Baker Group is hiring a Refuse Loader in Ilkeston (DE7). The role involves collecting household waste and recyclables, loading refuse onto collection vehicles, and supporting daily routes with a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork.

The position offers weekly pay, overtime, and potential for progression, with a pay rate of £12.71 per hour and on-site parking. Candidates should be physically fit, reliable, and comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Good level of physical fitness; role involves manual handling and walking long distances.
• Reliable with strong timekeeping and punctuality.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Collect household and recyclable waste.
• Load refuse onto collection vehicles.
• Work as part of a team to complete daily routes efficiently.
• Maintain high standards of safety and service.

Skills

Physical fitness

Reliability/timekeeping

Outdoor work

Teamwork

Job description

Refuse Loader - £12.71 per hour - Ilkeston (DE7)

Are you physically fit and enjoy working outdoors? We're currently recruiting Refuse Loaders to join a busy local authority team in Ilkeston. This is a hands-on role where you'll help collect household waste, recycling, bulky items, and garden waste, providing an essential service to the local community.

Pay & Benefits

• £12.71 per hour


• Paid until finish – complete your round early and still get paid


• Weekly pay


• Overtime available at enhanced rates


• Pay increase after 12 weeks


• Free on-site parking


• Uniform provided


• Temp to perm opportunities available

Working Hours

• Monday to Friday


• 06:30 - Zone is finished


• Overtime available during the week and weekends

Key Responsibilities

• Collect household and recyclable waste


• Load refuse onto collection vehicles


• Work as part of a team to complete daily routes efficiently


• Maintain high standards of safety and service

Requirements

• Good level of physical fitness (role involves manual handling and walking 10-15 miles per day)


• Reliable with strong timekeeping


• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions


• Previous outdoor or manual work experience is desirable but not essential