Waste Management Operative

Personnel Link Employment Group; Buntingford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Waste Management Operative for a temporary role supporting waste and recycling services in Buntingford. You will inspect bins, record findings, and provide advice to residents. Ideal candidates will have a basic understanding of waste management, good IT skills, and be confident working alone. This position offers £13.50 per hour for 37 hours a week, with the potential for contract extension depending on service needs.

Responsibilities

• Carry out checks on waste and recycling work.
• Record findings and update waste management systems.
• Inspect bins and cleanliness levels.

Skills

Basic understanding of waste and recycling services

Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel

Confident working alone and planning daily routes

Good communication skills

Experience in waste management or working with contractors

Positive and proactive approach

Job description

Waste Management Operative

North Hertfordshire Council

£13.50 per hour, PAYE

37 hours per week

Temporary contract, 2 to 3 months

Immediate start

Location: Buntingford

About the Role

We are an agency recruiting on behalf of our client, North Hertfordshire Council, for a Waste Management Operative. The role supports waste, recycling and street cleansing services across East and North Hertfordshire. You will work with residents, contractors and depot teams to help keep services running smoothly. Much of the work involves lone working across the district.

What You Will Do

• Carry out checks on waste, recycling and street cleansing work
• Record findings and update waste management systems
• Inspect bins, cleanliness levels and local environmental standards
• Report graffiti following agreed procedures
• Complete surveys on recycling participation and service performance
• Assess waste and recycling needs for new developments
• Carry out door to door surveys and recycling audits
• Deliver and collect waste and recycling containers
• Provide advice to residents about waste and recycling services
• Support occasional weekend events

What We’re Looking For

• Basic understanding of waste and recycling services
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel
• Confident working alone and planning your own daily routes
• Good communication skills with residents and colleagues
• Experience in waste management or working with contractors is helpful
• Positive and proactive approach to tasks and queries

Why Join

This is a chance to support important community services within a well regarded local authority. You will join a supportive team, work steady hours and make a real difference across the district. The contract may be extended depending on service needs.

If this role feels right for you, apply online or contact Sarah on 07368942643.