Refuse Collector

Job Type: Temp contract (minimum 1 month, extension pending performance) Location: Vine Street, Huddersfield Rate: £13.26 per hour PAYE Working Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7am-5pm

Join our team at Kirklees, where we strive to deliver exceptional services to our communities through creative and efficient methods. As a Refuse Collector, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness and environmental standards of our area by collecting waste from various sectors.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Collect refuse, recycling, clinical bagged waste, bulky items, and assist with skip collections from designated points or households requiring assisted support.
• Operate lifting equipment safely and in accordance with risk assessments and operator’s guidance.
• Ensure compliance with collection procedures and service standards.
• Report waste concerns such as non-presented or overflowing bins.
• Use technologies like in-cab systems for recording information.
• Maintain a positive public image and provide information to the public on refuse collection arrangements.
• Undertake additional cleaning duties as required, including snow clearing and gritting.
• Support waste sort arrangements and the delivery of new bins.
• Complete administrative tasks such as filling out timesheets and accident books.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience in physically demanding work.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Good communication skills to interact effectively with the public and team members.
• Commitment to safe work practices and security protocols.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive training and support.
• Opportunity to contribute to community cleanliness and environmental sustainability.
• Potential for contract extension based on performance.

To apply for the Refuse Collector position, please submit your CV by clicking Apply Now.