Waste Collection Operative

VanRath; Armagh; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector client in Northern Ireland is seeking Waste Collection Operatives to support refuse and recycling services. This outdoor role involves removing wheeled bins, operating mechanical lifting equipment, and engaging with the public. Successful candidates will demonstrate reliability and the ability to perform manual work effectively. Experience in waste collection or outdoor labor is advantageous. A flexible approach to working hours is also required.

Qualifications

• Ability to undertake manual handling and sustained physical work.
• Experience in waste collection, labouring, or outdoor work advantageous.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Remove wheeled bins from collection points, empty them, and return them safely.
• Operate mechanical lifting equipment at the rear of collection vehicles.
• Clear spillages and maintain cleanliness around collection areas.

Skills

Manual handling ability

Teamwork

Public engagement

Job description

About the Role

We are recruiting Waste Collection Operatives on behalf of a public sector client to support refuse and recycling services. This is a physically demanding, outdoor role working as part of a collection crew to ensure waste services are delivered efficiently and safely.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Remove wheeled bins from collection points, empty them, and return them safely

• Operate mechanical lifting equipment at the rear of collection vehicles

• Collect additional waste on designated collection days

• Clear spillages and maintain cleanliness around collection areas

• Assist drivers when reversing or manoeuvring vehicles

• Identify and report contaminated or non-compliant waste

• Engage with members of the public in a polite and professional manner

• Support vehicle cleaning and basic maintenance tasks

Candidate Requirements

• Ability to undertake manual handling and sustained physical work

• Experience in waste collection, labouring, or outdoor work advantageous

• Reliable, punctual, and able to work effectively as part of a team

• Awareness of health & safety requirements

• Flexible approach to working hours and duties

For further information on this vacancy, or any other Public Sector job in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Glenn Roberts in the strictest confidence

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