Environmental Team Assistant - Starting Point Recruitment : Job Details

SPR are proud to be recruiting for Environmental Team Assistant – Recycling, Waste and Garden Waste Collections for our esteemed client, with positions available in the vibrant St Helens area, this will be on a Temporary assignment.Location: St Helens, WA9Rate: £10.98phWorking Hours: 30hrs per weekReporting To: Team LeaderSpecial Conditions of Service: Work flexibly and work on Bank HolidaysKey Responsibilities

• To ensure the safe collection of scheduled recycling and waste collections on a daily basis
• To continuously reduce collection complaints/problems, improve service delivery quality and maximise the areas recycling performance
• To promote a professional image with your team representing the local area
• To empty and return the full range of recycling and waste containers on the allocated round
• To safely load and remove wheeled bins used for residual/trade waste, garden waste and recycling materials using bin lift mechanisms
• To transfer materials from all recycling containers into the correct compartments within the vehicle, including separating mixed materials in certain containers
• To inspect recycling containers for contamination and leave non-collection information / cards stating the reason, where appropriate.
• Where necessary, collect all associated side waste (e.g. at collection points) and recycling that may not be contained within containers.
• To collect, empty and return containers from inside alleyways and passages where restricted space exists outside alley gates and collection points.
• To remove any spillage and leave the area in a clean and tidy state.
• To communicate with managers, colleagues and members of the public as necessary in accordance with the Council’s standards.
• To respond to customers in a courteous and helpful manner

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a good practical understanding of recycling and waste collection and demonstrate a good knowledge of safe working practices.Applications:Apply now by submitting your CV to this advertisement or send your CV to For more information, contact Starting Point Recruitment where one of the team will be happy to help – – we look forward to hearing from you!