Senior Refuse & Recycling Operations Lead

Dumfries and Galloway Council; Dumfries; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Dumfries and Galloway Council is seeking a Senior Refuse & Recycling Operative to join the Waste Collection team at the Cargen Tower depot in Dumfries. You will drive refuse, recycling, food waste and bulky items and ensure daily route collections are completed safely and efficiently.

You will work as part of a team under the Waste Supervisor, with knowledge of Health and Safety required, and the role is fixed term for up to 12 months; secondment may be possible.

Qualifications

• Educated to Standard Grade level with a valid Class C/HGV Licence and Driver CPC.
• Experience in waste collection operations is desirable.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Drive refuse, recycling, food waste and bulky goods collection vehicles.
• Carry out daily refuse and recycling routes safely and efficiently.
• Carry out other duties within Waste Collection Services.

Skills

Driving heavy vehicles

Health and safety awareness

Education

Standard Grade Level

Class C HGV Licence

Driver CPC

Job description

Dumfries and Galloway Council is seeking a Senior Refuse & Recycling Operative to join the Waste Collection team at the Cargen Tower depot in Dumfries. You will drive refuse, recycling, food waste and bulky items and ensure daily route collections are completed safely and efficiently.

You will work as part of a team under the Waste Supervisor, with knowledge of Health and Safety required, and the role is fixed term for up to 12 months; secondment may be possible.