Refuse Worker (Middlefields, South Shields)

Refuse Worker (Middlefields, South Shields) United Kingdom

South Tyneside Council
Full Time United Kingdom 21968 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description

Refuse Worker
(Middlefields, South Shields)
£21,968 pa plus allowance

You will cover a selection of duties for Waste Services including, but not limited to, working as part of a team to provide an efficient domestic, recycling and commercial collection service across the Borough.

You will be happy to work as part of a team and be prepared to work flexibly when necessary. You will be expected to undertake duties in accordance with the job description, which will include:
  • Acting as an ambassador for the Council providing advice and guidance to members of the public, local businesses etc. regarding Council services.
  • Working as part of a team to provide an efficient domestic, commercial/trade and recycling collection service, including issuing of public information across the Borough.
  • Working at the Recycling Village, as and when required, acting as a meeter and greeter for users of the service and taking a pro-active role in waste identification and suitable disposal options.
  • Providing general sweeping, litter picking, graffiti removal and needle recovery.
  • Managing and controlling waste and recycling contamination.
  • Carrying out light driving duties up to and including 7.5t covering all aspects of the service.
  • Assisting in the set up and dismantling of any events held within the Borough.
  • Reporting any incidents of anti-social behaviour or behaviour that may be considered offensive.
  • Ensuring that all tools, equipment and materials issued are maintained to a high standard and reporting any defects.
  • Completing all relevant paperwork associated with the post including accident reports, health and safety issues, timesheets etc. To report issues/problems e.g. assisted pull-outs, contamination, damaged bins, delays etc.
  • Prioritising workload and being proactive in identifying and responding to unexpected situations as they arise.
  • Ensuring compliance with generic and dynamic risk assessments.

It is essential that any applicants must be able to drive up to a 7.5t vehicle and be prepared to undertake their Driver CPC.

We offer an excellent benefits package and further information is available here - www.southtyneside.gov.uk/workinghere

Please note that if you apply for this role, all communication regarding your application will be sent to the email address that you have registered with North East Jobs, please ensure you check your junk mail.

Closing date: Noon, Friday 12 May 2023.

Refuse Worker (Middlefields, South Shields)
South Tyneside Council

www.southtyneside.gov.uk
South Shields, United Kingdom
$25 to $50 million (USD)
501 to 1000 Employees
Company - Private
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