Enjoy working outside and passionate about the environment?
The people that collect our waste and recycling from the side of the road are the first line of defense in the battle to protect our local and global environment. If our teams stopped collecting for just 1 week, over a thousand tonnes of waste would be left on the streets of our beautiful district.
Our operatives are the first people to handle residents’ recycling and waste, and to spot any contamination, before sending it on its way to be sorted and recycled into new products or turned into electricity.
It can be hard work; it can be messy. But if you’re looking for work life balance, you like being outdoors and would like a job that is sure to keep you fit, then why not consider becoming a Refuse and Recycling Operative.
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As part of our duty of care to all our employees, please be advised that this post is subject to pre-employment health screening.
Please note, this post is subject to a basic DBS check.
What’s in it for you:
Up to £25,981 per annum including bank holiday payments
23 day's leave plus an additional 5 days for 5 years local authority continuous service.
Limited Parking available at all Depots
Local Government Pension scheme
Employee Assistance Programme (free 24 hour legal, financial and personal advice for employees).
Free flu jabs and free health checks
Training and development opportunities, particularly if you’d like to progress to be a HGV driver
Wide range of employee discounts at high street retailers, including supermarkets, stores, and restaurants
Cycle to Work scheme which could save you around 40 percent on cycles and accessories
If you are interested in this position and meet the criteria, we would be happy to hear from you.
Please see the candidate booklet for more information about working at the Council and the job description.
We are developing a new, modern operational depot at Hardley Industrial Estate, SO45 3NQ. The new depot will be available from January 2025 at the earliest. Once the new depot is operational, this role will be based at that location. You can read more about the new depot here
Click here to see why employees think that New Forest District Council is a great place to work: Employer of choice staff HR video June 2024.MP4 (sharepoint.com)
For more information and an informal chat about the role please call Mike Bridges (Waste and Recycling Supevisor) on 023 8028 5808 or Dave Wheeler-Osman (Acting Waste and Recycling Operation Manager) 02380 285408.
CV's will not be accepted without a completed application form.
Closing Date:19th January 2025
Interview Date: TBC
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