Waste Collection Operative

HQN Ltd; Yeovil; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Abri is seeking a Waste Collection Operative to join our outdoor team across the South-West. You will collect bulky waste, keep communal areas clean and jet wash spaces, helping to create environments that customers are proud to call home.

This hands-on role requires driving larger wheelbase vehicles, a full UK licence, and the ability to work outdoors in all weather. You will work with colleagues to deliver excellent service and keep communities tidy.

Qualifications

• Holds a full UK driving licence (essential).
• Confident driving larger wheelbase vehicles.
• Enjoys working outdoors and performing physical work in all weather conditions.
• Takes pride in delivering a great service and putting customers first.
• Communicates positively and respectfully with colleagues, customers and the public.

Responsibilities

• Collect bulky waste, litter and recyclables from communities and dispose of them responsibly.
• Keep communal areas clean, tidy and welcoming for customers and visitors.
• Jet wash communal pathways, bin stores and other shared spaces.
• Work across communities, providing a reliable service while treating people with respect.
• Take pride in helping to create places where people love living.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Driving larger wheelbase vehicles

Outdoor work

Job description

Help create communities where people can thrive

At Abri, we believe everyone deserves a clean, safe, and welcoming place to call home. We’re looking for a Waste Collection Operative to join our team and play an important role in helping our communities look and feel their best across the South-West.

This is a hands‑on, outdoor role where you’ll see the difference you make every day. From collecting bulky waste and keeping communal areas tidy, to jet washing shared spaces, you’ll help create environments that our customers can be proud of.

What you’ll be doing

No two days are the same, but you’ll spend your time:

• Collecting bulky waste, litter and recyclable items from our communities and ensuring they’re disposed of responsibly.
• Keeping communal areas clean, tidy and welcoming for customers and visitors.
• Jet washing communal pathways, bin stores and other shared spaces.
• Working across our communities, providing a reliable service while treating customers, residents, and members of the public with respect.
• Taking pride in helping to create places where people love living.

The difference you’ll make

The work you do will have a visible impact on our communities every single day. By helping to keep shared spaces clean, safe and well cared for, you’ll contribute to creating a placewhere people feel comfortable, connected and proud to live.

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for someone who:

• Holds a full UK driving licence with the appropriate categories for the vehicles you’ll be driving (essential).
• Is confident driving larger wheelbase vehicles.
• Enjoys working outdoors and is comfortable carrying out physical work in all weather conditions.
• Takes pride in delivering a great service and putting customers first.
• Communicates positively and respectfully with colleagues, customers and members of the public.
• Enjoys working as part of a team and supporting others to achieve shared goals.

What’s in it for you?

At Abri, you’ll be part of a supportive team that values the contribution you make. In return, we’ll provide a range of benefits to support your wellbeing, work‑life balance and professional development, alongside opportunities to learn, grow and build your career with us.

If you take pride in a job well done, enjoy working outdoors and want to make a genuine difference in the communities we serve, we’d love to hear from you.