Waste & Recycling Operative - Grade 5 (SCP 7)

3 days ago

Durham, United Kingdom Concept Resources Full time
Durham Council are currently looking for a Waste and Recycling Operative to work in the Neighborhood and Climate Change department.

Description of role


 Working as part of a team for the collection of refuse and recyclable materials and transfer to disposal points. 

Duties and responsibilities


  • To carry out the instructions of the line manager in a safe, competent and proper manner.
  • To collect refuse and recyclables from premises in the appropriate containers, boxes, wheelie bins, bags etc.  and community recycling centres.
  • To adhere to working patterns as determined by the refuse manager to ensure the efficient delivery of services.  On a daily basis work to a preplanned zonal collection arrangements, collection from designated daily routes and/or working with other teams for group finish of a day’s collections.  
  • Assist the driver in the safe maneuvering of his/her vehicle and to act as a reverse assistant when required.
  • On a daily basis, assist in the monitoring and reporting of the quality of the materials collected and when bins are presented incorrectly, provide notifications to the Chargehand Driver to report through Bartec or notify Team Leader/Supervisor.
  • Assist in the compilation of accurate records of refuse and recycling collections (e. g. over loaded bins, incorrect presentations, contamination, side waste). Ensure that the correct materials have been put out for collection in the appropriate container and issue a warning sticker/leaflet when this has not been done
  • To load refuse, recycling, garden, trade, bulky and clinical waste onto the appropriate vehicle and operate loading and packing in a safe and competent manner.
  • To issue bags, bins etc. and to distribute leaflets and promotional information as required.
  • To ensure any spillages are cleaned from the highways, footpaths or properties.
  • Ensure all bins are returned back to collection points, making sure bins, boxes and bags are not blocking access to footpaths and driveways and make sure that assisted collections are collected and returned to properties.
  • To follow standard operating procedures for the inspection and use of vehicles, plant and equipment.
  • Assist the Chargehand Driver in the reporting of accidents, incidents, near misses.
  • To complete logs/timesheets and other relevant forms during daily operations.
  • To attend meetings and training course relevant to the post as required.
  • To attend a PDR with your Line Manager and to agree and take ownership of your training and development needs.
  • To maintain a working knowledge of all operating and Health and Safety Procedures relevant to the role, and to adhere to these at all times. As a Waste/Recycling Operative, you are required to use the PPE properly following training and instruction from your employer. If the PPE you provide is lost or becomes defective, you should notify Team Leader/Supervisor.
  • To ensure all spillages are cleared from highways and properties using equipment supplied, as appropriate to maintain quality standards
  • Provide advice and assistance to residents where appropriate.
  • To maintain professional conduct at all times to enhance the Council’s reputation for providing services to the highest standard and quality.
  • To work catch up days following bank holidays and service disruption due to adverse weather when necessary


RequirementsRight to work
2 Years references
Manual Handling Certificate

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