At a Glance
- Tasks: Join the team collecting refuse and recycling, ensuring a clean environment.
- Company: Local Authority in Carmarthenshire with a commitment to sustainability.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, potential for contract extension, and hands-on experience.
- Other info: Immediate start available; flexible hours and teamwork-focused environment.
- Why this job: Make a difference in your community while working outdoors and staying active.
- Qualifications: Good communication skills and ability to work in all weather conditions.
The predicted salary is between 16.61 - 16.61 £ per hour.
We are working closely alongside a Local Authority in Carmarthenshire to assist with the appointment of a Refuse/ Recycling Loader, on a 3-month contract, highly likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration.
Rate of Pay: £12.84 - £16.61 per hour
Summary: We're looking for a Refuse/Recycling Loader to join the waste and recycling collection team. The role involves collecting refuse and recycling from residential and commercial properties, supporting the driver with safe vehicle operations, promoting recycling, and helping deliver an efficient, reliable collection service while maintaining high standards of health and safety.
Responsibilities:
- Collect refuse and recycling from designated properties and safely load materials onto collection vehicles.
- Support the driver with reversing, traffic management (banksman duties), route operations, and disposal site activities.
- Inspect waste for contamination, report non-compliance, and ensure recyclable materials are correctly sorted.
- Promote recycling by providing guidance to residents and reporting operational issues, spillages, or missed collections.
- Follow health and safety procedures, wear appropriate PPE, and support other collection crews when required.
Essentials:
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to undertake physically demanding work for sustained periods.
- Knowledge of health and safety procedures.
- Ability to identify and report vehicle defects or operational issues.
- Experience operating power mechanisms or plant machinery.
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Customer-focused approach with the ability to engage politely with members of the public.
- Flexible, reliable, and committed to delivering a high-quality service.
Please note: You should be available to work immediately or at short notice. You should have the right to work in the U.K.
Refuse/ Recycling Loader in Carmarthen employer: Brackenberry
Brackenberry is an excellent employer that values its team members and fosters a supportive work culture in the beautiful surroundings of Abergavenny. With a focus on employee growth and development, we offer opportunities for skill enhancement while contributing to the maintenance of our cherished parks and open spaces. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the community while enjoying the benefits of working in a dynamic and rewarding environment.
