Refuse Collector - Food Waste

Contract Civic Recruitment Limited United Kingdom

Job Information

City Stivichall

Province West Midlands

Postal Code CV3

Job Description 2 - 3 Month Contract With A Local Authority

Job Purpose

To support Coventry City Council's food waste collection service by safely and efficiently collecting food waste bins from residential properties across Coventry. Working as part of a collection crew, you will help deliver a reliable, professional and customer-focused environmental service while maintaining high standards of health and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect food waste bins from residential properties across Coventry.
• Work as part of a team to complete daily collection routes safely and efficiently.
• Undertake manual handling and other physically demanding duties associated with refuse collection.
• Follow all health and safety procedures, policies and operational instructions.
• Provide a professional and courteous service when interacting with residents.
• Report missed collections, access issues, damaged bins or other operational concerns.
• Maintain a clean, safe and professional working environment.
• Work flexibly according to service requirements and varying shift patterns.
• Support colleagues and contribute positively to the overall performance of the collection service.

Requirements

• Reliable, punctual and hardworking.
• Physically fit and comfortable undertaking manual handling duties.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Good awareness of health and safety practices.
• Willingness to work varying shift patterns and occasional Saturdays when required.
• Ability to follow instructions and complete assigned collection routes efficiently.
• Previous experience in waste collection, recycling, environmental services, refuse collection, labouring or other manual outdoor roles.
• Previous experience working in a customer-facing environment.

Additional Information

• Location: Whitley Depot, Coventry, CV3 4AR
• Hours per week: 37 hours per week. Monday to Thursday: 7.5 hours per day; Friday: 7 hours per day. Occasional Saturdays may be required and are paid at time and a half. Shift patterns vary according to service requirements, with start times from 6:00am and finish times up to 4:45pm.