Waste Recycling Operative x 2

An opportunity exists in the Council’s Street Scene Services for two Waste Recycling Operatives working from our depot at Carrwood Road, Castleford.

What will be expected from me?

The Postholder will be required to demonstrate that they have the following skills, knowledge, and experience:

• To be an ambassador for the Council when dealing with all stakeholders
• To be self-motivated and can motivate others.
• To have a good understanding of Health & Safety procedures.
• The ability to assess problems and provide practical solutions.
• To have the ability to prioritise conflicting demands
• To display basic numeracy and literacy skills

What I might be doing?

The post holder as part of their roles and responsibilities will:

• Collection of recycling materials from domestic, commercial and trade properties throughout the district.
• Use judgement to determine the appropriate items of waste to be removed.
• Use own initiative in dealing with basic issues that arise on a site.
• Liaise with the Team Leader on any requested from the public direct to Office.
• Report any receptacles that are defective to the Team Leader.

Essential requirements:

• Good knowledge of the waste and recycling industry.
• Good understanding of health and safety procedures.

What can I expect ?

A competitive salary.

General holiday entitlement with the option to buy up to 10 extra days of annual leave.

Access to high quality training programs to advance your career to the next level.

We are committed to supporting the well being of our staff.

Discounted and subsidised public transport (Arriva Bus Annual Travel Ticket, Northern Trains Limited (NTL), MetroCard).

Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and a Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVC) scheme providing a tax efficient way to increase your pension.

Great range of benefits including an Employee Assistant Programme, discounted membership to our excellent leisure facilities with free 12 weeks exercise program, discounts for a range of retail, entertainment, health and leisure providers, a cycle to work scheme and many more.

Want to know more ?

If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council, feel free to contact.

Name: Darren Woodcock or Darren Lacey

Tel: 01977 722095

Email: dwoodcock@wakefield.gov.uk or dlacey@wakefield.gov.uk

Join us and make a real impact in the community. Apply today to become a valued member of our team.

Safeguarding

Wakefield Council is wholly committed to ensuring children and vulnerable adults are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safe guarding of all children and vulnerable adults whilst promoting their welfare. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this responsibility.

Probation

If you are successful in your application and still within your probation period when starting in this role. The remainder of your probation period will apply to this role.

Fluency Duty

To comply with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), public facing roles will be subject to the Fluency Duty.

Diversity

Having a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve helps us to achieve the best outcomes for all. We encourage applications from everyone and actively seek to ensure that everyone feels included in the workplace so that we ca make the most of our differences.

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