At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a team to collect waste and keep our communities clean and green.
- Company: South Ayrshire Council, dedicated to making a positive impact in local communities.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, excellent pension, generous leave, and wellbeing initiatives.
- Other info: Flexible shifts with opportunities for career growth and community engagement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while enjoying great perks and work-life balance.
- Qualifications: No specific qualifications required, just a willingness to work hard and be part of a team.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.
To undertake duties connected with the removal of domestic, commercial and industrial refuse from all types of locations by working as part of a team to carry out waste collection. Assisting the driver in the safe manoeuvring of the vehicle on collection routes and at disposal points. To undertake duties involving recycling, street cleaning and other waste management operations.
RESPONSIBILITIES
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ABOUT US
South Ayrshire is at the heart of historic Ayrshire, with a wealth of local heritage and culture, first class leisure amenities, world-wide travel links, diverse landscapes and thriving communities. Making a difference for our communities is at the heart of what we do and working with us means you can use your skills, knowledge and experience to help us do just that. We currently employ around 6000 people to serve a population of more than 112,000 people located across a diverse area that includes the towns of Ayr, Girvan, Maybole, Prestwick and Troon as well as small rural villages, coastline and farmland. We are an ambitious Council, and we aim to place people at the centre of everything we do as we look to deliver the best possible outcomes. We are ambitious for our communities too and our new Council Plan is based on priorities and outcomes that we believe will have the greatest impact on the wellbeing of our communities, our local economy, and our environment.
BENEFITS
- Competitive salary
- Excellent pension scheme
- Generous annual leave entitlement and enhanced leave scheme (purchase of up to 2 weeks’ holidays)
- Wellbeing initiatives and Occupational Health services
- A healthy environment supportive of work-life balance and caring responsibilities
- Car leasing scheme
- Discounts on major supermarkets and retailers, cinemas and gym memberships (including Council leisure facilities)
- Purchase of white goods and more via salary sacrifice
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Scotwest Credit Union
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The grade of this post is Level 4 plus a Non Core (5%). The work style for this post is Frontline worker. The work pattern is an alternate day shift and back shift: Day Shift: Monday - Thursday 5.45am - 2.00pm, Friday 5.45am - 1.30pm Back Shift: Monday - Thursday 1.45pm - 10.00pm, Friday 1.15pm - 9.00pm.
Refuse Collector - Walker Road Operations Depot, Ayr - SOA12843 - SOA12843 employer: South Ayrshire Council
South Ayrshire Council is an exceptional employer dedicated to making a positive impact in our communities. With a strong focus on employee development and a supportive work culture, we offer opportunities for growth while providing high-quality learning and childcare services. Located in the vibrant and historic area of Ayr, our team enjoys a fulfilling work environment that values collaboration and community engagement.
