Environment Services are looking for a Waste and Recycling Operative to join their Refuse and Recycling Team based at Hackworth Depot.
WHAT IS INVOLVED?
Working as part of a team for the collection of refuse and recyclable materials and transfer to disposal points.
To carry out the instructions of the line manager in a safe, competent and proper manner.
To collect refuse and recyclables from premises in the appropriate containers, boxes, wheelie bins, bags etc. and community recycling centres.
To adhere to working patterns as determined by the refuse manager to ensure the efficient delivery of services. On a daily basis work to pre-planned zonal collection arrangements, collection from designated daily routes and/or working with other teams for group finish of a day’s collections.
We encourage you to contact Sarah Veitch via email at sarah.veitch@durham.gov.uk to arrange an informal discussion about the role.
WHAT WILL I NEED?
Relevant training in an associated discipline.
Proven experience of working in an operational-related area.
Knowledge of waste and/or environmental services.
Experience of working with the public.
Please refer to the attached person specification for the full criteria.
REWARDS AND BENEFITS
We offer generous rewards and benefits that are designed to help you perform at your best:
* Excellent contributory career average Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). Plus, top up options - Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC scheme and standard AVC scheme for members of the LGPS.
* Wellbeing Portal and access to an Employee Assist Scheme.
* Wide range of learning and development opportunities including professional qualifications, coaching and mentoring.
* Employee Benefits Portal and Lifestyle Savings Scheme (discounts across a host of major retailers).
* Discounted DCC gym membership.
* Staff networks run by staff for our staff, including Race Equality and Diversity, Disability, LGBT+, Armed Forces, Carers, Menopause.
* Trade Union membership.
* A range of other salary sacrifice schemes such as car leasing. Rewards and benefits are subject to individual terms and conditions.
EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION
We are a proud equal opportunities employer and recognise that a diverse, talented workforce brings new ideas and new perspectives, which will facilitate growth and improvements to services.
We are committed to ensuring that our employment policies and processes are fair and equitable to all. We welcome job applications from everyone, and successful candidates are considered only on their skills and ability to do the job.
As a Disability Confident Leader, we encourage applications from disabled people and provide support throughout the recruitment process.
INTERVIEWS
Interviews will be held on week commencing 10 February 2025.
We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.
HOW TO APPLY
In line with the County Council's Recruitment and Selection Policy, please note that we are unable to accept CVs. Applications must be submitted on-line via the Northeast Jobs portal.
Please use the ‘Person Specification’ section of your application form to demonstrate that you have the essential and where possible, desirable experience, skills, and knowledge. Candidates who do not evidence that they meet the essential qualifications and experience listed on the person specification will not be short-listed.
If you have any support needs or require assistance when applying for this role, please contact the Recruitment Team via email on RecruitmentNCC@durham.gov.uk or telephone 03000 262727 – Option 4.
Anyone currently listed on the Redeployment Register who is interested in being considered for this vacancy should contact Payroll and Employee Services on alternativeemployment@durham.gov.uk.
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