General Operative

General Operative

Full-Time 26403 - 26824 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Join a team in refuse collection and street cleansing while promoting recycling.
  • Company: Local council committed to sustainability and community engagement.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, job security, and opportunities for community impact.
  • Other info: Flexible working options available, with potential for future career growth.
  • Why this job: Make a difference in your community while gaining valuable work experience.
  • Qualifications: No specific qualifications required, just a willingness to learn and work hard.

The predicted salary is between 26403 - 26824 £ per year.

Job ref: S/45/26 Job type: Permanent

Salary: Scale 3 (SCP 7-8) £26,403 - £26,824 per annum Closing date: Monday 31 Aug 2026 16:00 Job summary Work either individually or as part of a team in refuse collection, street cleansing, household recycling centres, public conveniences.

To be responsible for the care and maintenance of all tools and equipment allocated in respect of the duties to be carried out.

Assist with the promotion of good working relationships between the Council, customers and members of the public and to assist with any promotional activities designed to encourage householders/commercial premises to recycle, including personal contact, leaflet drops, delivery of bins, attachment of bin stickers and survey work etc and to advise the public on recycling issues.

Adhere to all Health and Safety instructions and guidelines.

Carry out duties in all weather conditions.

PLEASE NOTE: Only application forms containing all the information which has been sought will be considered.

The shortlisting panel will base shortlisting decisions on the information contained within the Essential Criteria narrative sections of the application form, however Desirable Criteria may be used.

It is the applicant's responsibility to provide sufficient relevant information including dates in this section of the form for each criteria.

A reserve list may be established in order to fill future permanent and temporary posts that may arise for another similar vacancy within the following 18 months.

Should a similar post become available within this time period, the post may be offered to those candidates on the reserve list, in order of merit, without the requirement for a further interview.

The post may be offered on a full-time, part-time, permanent, temporary or fixed-term basis.

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General Operative employer: Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council

As a dedicated employer in the Portrush and Ballycastle area, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive work culture that values teamwork and community engagement. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through ongoing training opportunities and a focus on health and safety compliance, ensuring that our skilled operatives can thrive while maintaining vital council assets. Join us for a rewarding career where your contributions directly enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors alike.

Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council

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Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace General Operative

Communication Skills
Attention to Detail
Problem-Solving Skills
Adaptability
Teamwork
Time Management
Customer Service