Waste Services Operative (2 Posts) (Permanent) - WDN05970

West Dunbartonshire Council; Scotland; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

West Dunbartonshire Council seeks a Refuse Collection Loader to ensure regular waste collection on designated routes. The role involves interacting with the public and handling various waste types, ensuring compliance with safe work systems. Flexible working arrangements and competitive benefits are provided.

Benefits

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

Minimum of 25 days annual leave, increasing to 35 days

Access to employee wellbeing support

Responsibilities

• Collect refuse and load it into vehicles on a designated route.
• Assist drivers with vehicle manoeuvres and handle various waste types.
• Provide assistance and advice to the public as needed.

Job description

Job Description

There are two posts available: one based at Richmond Street in Clydebank and the other at Elm Road in Dumbarton.

West Dunbartonshire Council aims to provide residents with a reliable refuse collection service. As a Refuse Collection Loader, you will ensure that refuse is collected regularly.

Your responsibilities include dealing politely with the public and providing assistance and advice when necessary. You will collect waste and load it into a refuse collection vehicle on a designated route, handling various waste types including residual waste and recycling materials. You will also assist drivers with vehicle manoeuvres and perform other related tasks. Compliance with safe work systems for refuse collection is required, and you should seek advice from the driver when needed.

The Individual

West Dunbartonshire Council is recognized as one of the top ten flexible employers, offering flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance. Additional benefits include:

• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with an employer contribution of at least 19.3% and associated benefits
• A minimum of 25 days annual leave, increasing to 35 days with each year of service, plus 8 public holidays
• Access to employee wellbeing support, including occupational health and counselling services

If you are interested, please apply by sharing your experience and explaining why you are suitable for this role.

For more information about West Dunbartonshire Council and why it is an employer of choice, visit: here.

Additional details about the benefits of working with West Dunbartonshire Council can be found at: here.