Refuse & Recycling Operative - DGA12505

Dumfries and Galloway Council; Scotland; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in Scotland is seeking a Refuse & Recycling Operative for a fixed-term position. You will be responsible for collecting refuse and recycling materials. The ideal candidate should have a working knowledge of Health and Safety requirements and be able to work effectively as part of a team. This role includes driving responsibilities for allocated vehicles. The position offers a competitive salary and a range of employee benefits.

Benefits

Access to discounts on everyday essentials

Membership of The Local Government Pension Scheme

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Financial support from My Money Matters

Guidance from trained Wellbeing Champions

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of Health and Safety requirements.
• Full valid current driving licence beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Collection of refuse, recycling, food waste, and garden waste.
• Driving and responsibility for allocated vehicles.
• Carrying out various duties as instructed by the Waste Supervisor.

Skills

Teamwork

Health and Safety knowledge

Education

Standard Grade Level

Job description

Advert

Refuse & Recycling Operative (3) (Fixed Term)

Various Locations in Dumfries and Galloway

1 position Harthill Depot, Lockerbie and 1 position Abercromby Depot, Castle Douglas, 1 position Cargen Tower Depot, Dumfries

£25,305 - £25,737

Duties will include:-

• Collection of Refuse, Recycling, Food Waste, Garden Waste, White goods, and Special/Bulky uplifts for disposal
• Other tasks relating to Waste Collection Services functions.
• When required, drive and be responsible for allocated vehicles.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for recruitment within Facilities Waste and Neighbourhood Services.

We deliver a wide variety of frontline services and require a Senior Refuse & Recycling Operative

You will be expected to carry out various duties as instructed by the Waste Supervisor and have a working knowledge of Health and Safety requirements. You will be required to work as a team member.

This post is subject to candidate vetting through Disclosure Scotland.

You will be educated to Standard Grade Level.

Full valid current driving licence would be beneficial but not essential for this position.

These posts are fixed for up to 12 months.

These posts may be suitable for secondment. Agreement from your line manager must be sought before applying for this post.

With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing. Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more. Employees also get access to membership of The Local Government Pension Scheme (Scotland) exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions

Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, driving us to tackle inequality. We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation.

For further information please contact:

Robert Anderson, Kevin Brown or David Greggan

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Tel: [phone], Ext: 61576, 61549 or 60864