Waste Management Operative (Loader)

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

Job summary

A local council in North West Leicestershire is recruiting a Waste Management Operative (Loader) for a full-time, permanent position. This job involves collecting food waste and managing other waste streams within a supportive team. Candidates should be physically fit and demonstrate high levels of customer service. There are also opportunities for HGV Driver Training for eligible applicants. This position offers benefits such as flexible working options and a generous pension scheme.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Generous pension scheme

Annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Must be physically fit to handle waste containers and walk long distances.
• High levels of customer service are essential.
• Commitment to the council’s values is required.

Responsibilities

• Collect food waste and other waste streams.
• Distribute food waste containers to residents.
• Work as part of a small team.

Skills

Physically fit

High customer service skills

Job description

Waste Management Operative (Loader)

1 position

Grade 3, £25,185 up to £26,403 per annum pro rata

37 hours per week, full time, permanent contract with potential opportunity to complete HGV Driver Training

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

We are very proud of our in-house waste collection services and have just invested in a brand-new fleet of Refuse Collection Vehicles in September this year with new Food Waste collection vehicles arriving February 2026.

Responsibilities

Your role will include working as part of a small team collecting food waste in our new Food Waste Collection vehicles primarily, but you may also collect other waste streams (Refuse, Dry Recycling or Garden waste) as part of the wider waste management services we provide. In addition, you will be involved in the initial distribution of food waste containers to residents prior to food waste collections commencing.

Qualifications

You must be physically fit, able to walk long distances each day, move wheeled bins, containers or sacks and any other waste receptacles as required.

High levels of customer service are essential as part of this key frontline service role.

Applicants should be committed individuals who are looking to make a difference to the high-profile and priority services of the council.

You will be expected to behave in accordance with the council’s values which include being customer focused and courteous when interacting with members of the public, whilst ensuring service standards are met.

Opportunity for HGV Driver Training

Ever thought of becoming a Heavy Goods Vehicle Driver!? If you currently have a category B licence this would be advantageous as you are eligible to apply to train for a category C licence. Follow some of our existing staff who have successfully completed training to progress to driving roles. The training is fully funded, and we actively support staff to complete this training. Once qualified, we provide further training from our experienced drivers.

Closing date: 5 January 2026

Interview dates: 13 January 2026

Hinckley & Bosworth – A PLACE OF OPPORTUNITY

Situated at the very heart of England on the border of the East and West Midlands, Hinckley is well connected by major transport links to the cities of Leicester, Coventry and Birmingham and in an ideal location for commuting being close to major transport links of the M1, M6, M69, M42 and the A5.

We welcome applications from all of the community.

Benefits include flexible working options, generous pension scheme and annual leave plus bank holidays.

Reasonable workplace adjustments are considered for all roles.