Relief Waste Management Operative

Waste Management Operative

Relief contract working 6.00am – 2.00pm

Salary NS5 £25,183 - £25,584 per annum

We are now recruiting for Relief Waste Management Operatives to help deliver all waste services to homes and businesses across the district including general waste collection, recycling, garden and trade waste along with the new glass recycling service.

The positions will entail working unsociable hours in all weathers. You should be physically fit, with the ability to work alone and unsupervised. Full training, uniform and PPE will be provided.

Experience in working in a similar environment would be beneficial but is not essential.

You will be based at the Council’s Brunel Drive Depot in Newark and possessing a full driving licence is desirable.

Working past the usual finish time is sometimes required where there is a need in order to provide a full service to residents and businesses.

You will be working with a professional, committed and experienced team who are passionate about supporting us to deliver the objectives as outlined in our Community Plan.

The Relief contract is 0 hours, on an ‘as and when’ basis.

We offer:

• Enrolment in the career average local government pension scheme.
• A generous annual leave entitlement that increases with service.
• Family-friendly benefits.
• One day's paid volunteering leave.
• Lifestyle benefits platform.
• Funded health cash plan.
• £10 a month gym membership at one of our four gyms in the district.

For an informal chat or more information, please contact either Shaun Page or Chris Cobb, Environmental Services Operations Team Leaders direct via 01636 650000.

As an employer, we will promote an inclusive working environment to maintain and develop a forward-thinking and diverse workforce.

Please note, we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

Veterans/family of forces/ex-forces, those in care/care leavers, and candidates who declare disabilities (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) will be guaranteed interviews provided they have demonstrated that they meet the essential criteria of the post as detailed in the Person Specifications on their application forms.

Closing Date: 3 March 2025

Interview: As soon as possible after the closing date