Waste Management Operative - Loader

Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council; Hinckley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in Hinckley is seeking a Waste Management Operative to collect waste for a new service. The role involves physically demanding tasks such as walking long distances and moving waste containers. Ideal candidates are committed individuals who can deliver excellent customer service. The position offers a full-time permanent contract with a salary range of £25,185 to £26,403 per annum, along with flexible working options and a generous pension scheme.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Generous pension scheme

Annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Committed individual looking to make a difference to high-profile council services.
• Ability to walk long distances and move heavy waste receptacles.
• Category B licence currently advantageous for HGV training (category C).

Responsibilities

• Collect food waste in new Food Waste Collection vehicles.
• Collect other waste streams (Refuse, Dry Recycling, Garden waste) as part of the wider service.
• Initially distribute food waste containers to residents prior to collections.
• Deliver high levels of customer service and be courteous to members of the public.

Skills

Physically fit

Customer service

Job description

Job Title

Waste Management Operative - Loader

Contract Details

Grade 3, £25,185 up to £26,403 per annum pro rata
37 hours per week, full time, permanent contract
1 position
Potential opportunity to complete HGV Driver Training

Overview

We are recruiting Waste Management Operatives ahead of the implementation of a new Food Waste service commencing February next year.

Responsibilities

• Collect food waste in new Food Waste Collection vehicles.
• Collect other waste streams (Refuse, Dry Recycling, Garden waste) as part of the wider service.
• Initially distribute food waste containers to residents prior to collections.
• Physically fit – able to walk long distances daily and move wheeled bins, containers or sacks.
• Deliver high levels of customer service and be courteous to members of the public.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Committed individual looking to make a difference to high‑profile council services.
• Ability to walk long distances and move heavy waste receptacles.
• Category B licence currently? advantageous for HGV training (category C). Training fully funded, supported.

Benefits

• Flexible working options.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Reasonable workplace adjustments considered.

Location

Hinckley & Bosworth – A PLACE OF OPPORTUNITY. Situated at the very heart of England on the border of the East and West Midlands, well connected by major transport links to the cities of Leicester, Coventry and Birmingham and in an ideal location for commuting.

Application Dates

Closing date: 5 January 2026

Interview dates: 13 January 2026