Location: Avonmouth/Hartcliffe/Days Road, Bristol
Salary: £13.45 per hour
Looking for a flexible way to boost your income?
Join our team in a zero-hour role that offers occasional shifts throughout the year, covering planned and ad hoc absences within our existing team. Typical shift times are 09:30–16:30, with schedules agreed in advance to fit business needs.
Shifts may be available on both weekdays and weekends, so we're looking for someone with flexibility across both. It's a great opportunity to earn extra income while maintaining the freedom to work around your other commitments.
About Bristol Waste Company
At Bristol Waste Company, what we do matters. We keep Bristol and the surrounding areas clean, safe and moving. Working in partnership with the council, we support the city’s sustainability goals while delivering high‑quality, value‑for‑money services. Our commercial operations are growing, and we’re looking for people who share our values and want to grow with us.
The Purpose of the Role
To support the day-to-day operation of Bristol Waste Company's Reuse Shops by delivering excellent customer service, assisting with the sale and presentation of reusable items, and maintaining a safe, clean and welcoming environment for customers, volunteers and colleagues. The role contributes to increasing reuse, reducing waste and supporting the Company's environmental objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide a welcoming, inclusive and professional experience, delivering excellent customer service to customers, volunteers and visitors.
- Operate the till and point-of-sale system accurately, handling cash and card transactions in line with company procedures.
- Prepare donated items for sale by checking, cleaning, pricing and merchandising stock, while supporting effective stock rotation and recycling unsuitable items.
- Maintain high standards of shop presentation, cleanliness and safety, ensuring compliance with health and safety procedures and reporting any hazards or incidents.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues and volunteers, supporting day-to-day operations and adhering to Bristol Waste Company policies, values and continuous improvement practices.
What We’re Looking For
- Strong customer service and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with customers, volunteers and colleagues.
- Good numeracy, literacy and cash-handling skills, including experience operating a till or point-of-sale system.
- Well organised, reliable and detail-oriented, with effective time management and attendance.
- Ability to follow instructions, work independently with minimal supervision and contribute effectively as part of a team.
- Understanding of customer service principles, health and safety requirements, and basic manual handling practices within a retail environment.
- Experience maintaining high standards of cleanliness and presentation, with an awareness of reuse, recycling and environmental sustainability.
Our Benefits
- 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
- 5% employer pension contribution
- Free BUPA Health Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme
- Onsite physiotherapist and Cycle to Work scheme
- £200 employee referral bonus
- Learning and development opportunities with clear progression routes
- Reward Gateway discounts at 900+ retailers
- Employee recognition awards and long service awards
- Electric Car Scheme
Everyone Belongs
We’re proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We value diversity and ensure fair and equal consideration for all candidates.
How to Apply
Apply as soon as possible and before 23:59 on the closing date. We may close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. If you haven’t heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Contact:
Talent Acquisition Team
Email: recruitment@bristolwastecompany.co.uk
Phone: 0117 440 6676
Reuse Shop Assistant (Zero-Hour Contract) in Bristol employer: Bristol Waste Company
Bristol Waste Company is an excellent employer that fosters a dynamic and supportive work culture, perfect for those looking to thrive in a fast-paced B2B sales environment. With a focus on employee growth, we offer comprehensive career development opportunities alongside attractive benefits such as generous annual leave and health cash plans, making it a rewarding place to build your career in Bristol.
