Waste Collection Operative – Coventry (Local Authority)

Civic Recruitment Limited; Coventry; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited invites applications for a 2-3 month contract with Coventry City Council to support the food waste collection service. You will collect bins from residential properties, work in a team to complete routes safely, and ensure high health and safety standards.

The role requires physical fitness, reliability, and ability to work outdoors in all weather. Occasional Saturdays and varying shift patterns may apply. Customer-facing experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Reliable, punctual and hardworking.
• Physically fit and comfortable undertaking manual handling duties.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Good awareness of health and safety practices.
• Willingness to work varying shift patterns and occasional Saturdays when required.
• Ability to follow instructions and complete assigned collection routes efficiently.
• Previous experience in waste collection, recycling, environmental services, refuse collection, labouring or other manual outdoor roles.
• Previous experience working in a customer-facing environment.

Responsibilities

• Collect food waste bins from residential properties across Coventry.
• Work as part of a team to complete daily collection routes safely and efficiently.
• Undertake manual handling and other physically demanding duties associated with refuse collection.
• Follow all health and safety procedures, policies and operational instructions.
• Provide a professional and courteous service when interacting with residents.
• Report missed collections, access issues, damaged bins or other operational concerns.
• Maintain a clean, safe and professional working environment.
• Work flexibly according to service requirements and varying shift patterns.
• Support colleagues and contribute positively to the overall performance of the collection service.

Job description

Civic Recruitment Limited invites applications for a 2-3 month contract with Coventry City Council to support the food waste collection service. You will collect bins from residential properties, work in a team to complete routes safely, and ensure high health and safety standards.

The role requires physical fitness, reliability, and ability to work outdoors in all weather. Occasional Saturdays and varying shift patterns may apply. Customer-facing experience is valued.