Waste and Recycling Operative

Lopezmolezun; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community services company is seeking three Waste and Recycling Operatives to join their team supporting local council efforts. This ongoing position offers flexible work between 1 to 4 days per week, starting with induction on the 21st of November. The role involves collecting, sorting, and recycling materials while ensuring effective waste management. Ideal candidates should be reliable and ready to work early shifts. This position offers a minimum pay rate of £13.47 per hour with the potential for permanent placement.

Benefits

Reliable ongoing work

Early finishes with full shift pay

Chance to secure a permanent role

Qualifications

• Flexibility to work between 1 to 4 days per week.
• Ability to start work daily at 6:00 AM.
• Experience in waste management or recycling preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect materials such as glass, metal, paper, and plastics.
• Work across recycling sites and collection vehicles.
• Support residential and commercial waste services.

Job description

Job Opportunity: Waste & Recycling Operatives - Durham Council

Are you looking for active, hands‑on work that makes a real difference in your community? We're hiring three Waste and Recycling Operatives to join our team supporting Durham Council. This is an ongoing opportunity with no set end date, offering flexibility and the potential to become permanent.

Key Details

• Location: DL17 0SD - must be able to get here for a 6:00 AM start
• Working Days: Tuesday to Friday
• Shift Length: Paid for 9.25 hours, even though most days finish around lunchtime
• Pay Rate: Minimum £13.47 per hour
• Pay Frequency: Weekly
• Start Date: Induction on Wednesday 21st November

What You'll Be Doing

• Collecting, sorting, and recycling materials such as glass, metal, paper, and plastics
• Working across various settings including recycling sites and collection vehicles
• Supporting both residential and commercial waste services

Who This Suits

This role is ideal for someone flexible and open to working between 1 to 4 days per week, depending on operational needs. Whether you're looking for full‑time hours or something more part‑time, this could be a great fit.

Why Apply

• Reliable ongoing work
• Early finishes with full shift pay
• Chance to secure a permanent role
• Be part of a team that helps keep Durham clean and green

If you' ready to roll up your sleeves and get involved, apply today and secure your spot for the induction on 12th November.

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