Refuse Loader

Refuse Loader

Posted 1 week ago by Zenith People

Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
Hexham, Northumberland, UK

Summary: The role of Refuse Loader involves working in Northumberland on a short-term contract, focusing on the collection and management of waste. Key tasks include moving waste containers, operating lifting mechanisms, and sorting recyclable materials. The position requires physical labor and the ability to work effectively as part of a team. Previous experience in refuse collection is preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Move bags, wheelie bins and recycling bins and boxes
  • Use a lifting mechanism to tip the waste from bins into the lorry
  • Throw plastic bags into the back of the lorry
  • Crush the waste
  • Sort recyclable materials at the kerbside
  • Guide the driver safely around the streets
  • Report any problems with waste collections
  • Help to unload the waste at designated facilities

Key Skills:

  • Previous experience within refuse collection
  • Full UK Driving licence desirable

Salary (Rate): £12.85 Hourly

City: Hexham

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

Our client is looking for an experienced Refuse loader for Northumberland on a short term contract.

Job specification:

  • Move bags, wheelie bins and recycling bins and boxes
  • Use a lifting mechanism to tip the waste from bins into the lorry
  • Throw plastic bags into the back of the lorry
  • Crush the waste
  • Sort recyclable materials at the kerbside
  • Guide the driver safely around the streets
  • Report any problems with waste collections
  • Help to unload the waste at designated facilities

Personal Specification:

  • Previous experience within refuse collection
  • Full UK Driving licence desirable