Refuse Collector

**The Role**

We are seeking to recruit two Refuse Collectors for our Waste and Recycling Team. We are looking for reliable, enthusiastic and self-motivated individuals to assist in the delivery of waste collection within a very high-profile service.

The work can be varied and interesting and it is essential that you can appreciate the important contribution these services have in improving our local environment and the image of the area. You must possess good communication skills, the ability to undertake a range of duties and be a quick learner undertaking tasks with a minimum of supervision. You will be required to work both as part of a team and on your own. You will work in adverse weather conditions and you will handle waste.

**About You**

You will identify with our organisational values of Pride, Ownership, Working Together and Ambition.

**Our Benefits**

Lancaster is a great place to work, as well as being part of something special you will also benefit from:

- Generous annual leave allowance
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- A range of employee benefits including discounted gym membership, cycle to work scheme, the opportunity to purchase extra time off, as well as discounts on days out, activities and retail.

Lancaster City Council has unanimously declared a climate emergency and will therefore work towards reducing carbon emissions to net-zero by 2030. As part of this role, you will be expected to participate and work towards reducing both carbon emissions and the impacts of climate change.

We are a disability confident committed employer.

**Closing date 19.02.24**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £23,114.00-£24,294.00 per year

Work Location: In person