Site Operative

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council; Christchurch; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

BCP Council is seeking a Site Operative to work at Millhams Recycling Centre, Ringwood Road, Bournemouth. You will join a flexible, multi-skilled team and contribute to the daily operations of the Recycling Centre.

Starting salary is £26,824 (pro rata for part time) within a defined pay band, with clear progression as you grow your career at BCP. The full-time post is 37 hours per week on a rota from Thursday to Monday, including weekends and Bank Holidays; visa sponsorship is not available and

Qualifications

• Good communication skills are essential.
• Role can be physically demanding and outdoors in all weathers.

Responsibilities

• Sort waste and recyclable material; load and sweep.
• Ensure the Recycling Centre is clean, maintained and safe for site users.
• Assist residents with questions and direct them with waste disposal.

Skills

Communication skills

Job description

Job Introduction

Starting salary for this role is £26,824 (Pro rata for part time)

This role sits within a well defined pay band, offering clear progression as you grow your career at BCP. Without exception all new starters begin at the entry point of the band, ensuring fairness and consistency across the organisation. Be part of a forward thinking workplace where you're supported to grow and you can truly #BeTheDifference at BCP.

Internal colleagues are also normally appointed at the bottom of the band, unless moving within the same profession and skill level, where the pay band is the same they can be appointed to the existing pay point.

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Role Purpose

Are you looking for a new opportunity?

BCP Council need a Site Operative to work at Millhams Recycling Centre, Ringwood Road, Bournemouth. The successful candidate will work as part of a flexible and multi skilled team, contributing to the daily operations of the Council's Recycling Centre.

Main Responsibilities

Daily activities include sorting waste and recyclable material, loading and sweeping up. In this role, you will ensure the Recycling Centre is clean, maintained and safe for all site users. Good communication skills are essential to assist with resident's questions and , direct them with their waste and recycling disposal.

The Ideal Candidate

No previous waste experience is required. The role can be physically demanding and involves being outside in all weathers. We want to give successful candidates the opportunity to learn new skills, therefore training can be provided such as plant driver/operator training.

The full-time post is 37 hours a week working on a fixed rota basis rom Thursday to Monday, including weekends and Bank Holidays. BCP Council's Recycling Centre are open 362 days a year, only closing on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day.

Please note, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK.

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We're committed to providing a fully inclusive recruitment process ensuring every candidate and colleague has the support and reasonable adjustments they need to thrive.

From the moment you apply, through the recruitment process and throughout your career with us, we'll be here to listen and provide the help and support you need.

It's why we're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer - and why you can trust that we'll always do our best to make your experience positive and accessible.

About BCP Council

BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of beautiful world-renowned coastline. We can offer career defining roles to transform and improve services. By working with us, you can help deliver a vision of a thriving, world-class, prosperous and inclusive place for generations to come.

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