At a Glance
- Tasks: Load and unload waste and recycling safely while supporting local residents.
- Company: Join a well-established team in Cheltenham with a friendly atmosphere.
- Benefits: Earn £13.60 per hour, enjoy weekly pay, and finish early with full pay.
- Other info: Ongoing support and career development opportunities await you.
- Why this job: Work outdoors, gain industry training, and progress to a Crew Leader role.
- Qualifications: Reliability, teamwork skills, and a positive attitude are essential.
The predicted salary is between 13.6 - 13.6 £ per hour.
Cheltenham People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Waste & Recycling Operative to join our well-established client based in Cheltenham. This is a fantastic opportunity offering ongoing work, Monday to Friday shifts, a task and finish system with full pay, and genuine opportunities for career progression.
This role would suit candidates with experience as a Waste Operative, Recycling Operative, Refuse Loader, Environmental Operative, General Operative or Loader.
- Shifts Monday to Friday
- 06:00 start times
- Task and finish system
- Rates of Pay £13.60 per hour
Benefits:
- Task and finish system – once the daily route is complete, you can finish early with full pay
- Weekly pay
- Monday to Friday working
- Ongoing work
- Friendly and supportive team environment
- Opportunity to progress to a Crew Leader role
- Working outdoors in an active role
- Industry-related training and career development
Day‑to‑Day Duties:
- Loading waste and recycling safely onto collection vehicles
- Supporting local residents with waste and recycling enquiries
- Working safely alongside the driver during collection routes
- Guiding drivers safely when manoeuvring in restricted areas
- Helping to maintain collection vehicles and equipment to company standards
- Supporting and assisting temporary agency workers where required
- Following all health and safety procedures at all times
Essential Skills:
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Physically fit due to the nature of the role
- Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Commitment to health and safety procedures
Desirable Experience:
- Previous experience within waste management, recycling, environmental services or a physically demanding role would be advantageous
Training Provided:
Industry‑related training and ongoing support throughout your assignment.
If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity, apply today by clicking below. People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process.
