Refuse Loader / Waste Recycling Operative
| Location | Waste Transfer Station, Lotland Street Inverness |
|---|---|
| Working Hours |
Mon-Fri (depending on workloads) with a guaranteed 39 hour per week minimum. This position involves early starts of 4am due to restrictions on working hours in the town centre |
| Duration | Permanent |
| Holidays | 6 weeks per year |
| Remuneration | Dependent upon experience |
| Other Benefits |
- Supportive work environment - Death In Service Scheme - Company pension contribution - Cycle to Work Scheme |
| Probationary Period | 3 months from commencement |
Core Functions of Role
- Carry out collections on our daily bin route. Working alongside the driver the refuse loader will be responsible to take the bins to the vehicle and attach to the bin lifting mechanism for tipping, then return the bin to the customers chosen storage area.
- Work out-doors in all weather conditions, carrying out manual labour ensuring that pedestrian and traffic safety protocols are followed at all times.
- Carry out general Waste Operative duties at the waste transfer station as and when required during any down time.
Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Waste Operations Manager you will:
- Ensure all relevant Pat Munro procedures are adhered to
- Assist the driver to ensure the efficient, safe, and economic running of the bin lorry
- Carry out instruction from the Driver and Waste Operations Manager
- Collection and Delivery of Bins at customer properties
- Assist the driver using hand signals whilst manoeuvring the vehicle when required
- Reporting of missed collections, access issues and overweight bins
- Recording collections and weights using onboard electronic equipment
- Undertake general waste operative duties including waste segregation and associated site cleaning duties
The above list is not exhaustive.
Applicant Qualities
The successful applicant will ideally have the following skills, experience and attributes:
Skills, Knowledge and Experience:
- Good teamwork skills
- Ability to work to deadlines
- Effective communication (verbal, listening and written) skills
- High levels of customer service skills, focused and committed to providing a service that is responsive to customer needs and expectations
Personal Attributes:
- The ability to assist, support and co-operate with other personnel
- Punctual – a good timekeeper
- Demonstrate a solid work ethic
- The ability to promote a good image of self and the company
- Flexibility and willingness to undertake tasks out-with the key job responsibilities
- Be trustworthy, friendly, timeous and reliable
- As the role requires physical labour and significant walking you must be able to lift and move heavy objects without restrictions
