Loader - Building Services & Maintenance - Monmouthshire city council - Randstad Care : Job Details

Job Title: Loader - Recycling & WasteLocation: AbergavennySalary: £12.21 per hourHours: 37 hours per week (Monday-Thursday: 7am-3pm, Friday: 7am-2:30pm)Contract Type: PermanentDBS Check Required: No

We are looking for enthusiastic and reliable individuals to join our Recycling & Waste team. As a Loader, you’ll play an important role in helping to keep Monmouthshire clean and sustainable by supporting the kerbside collection of household waste and recyclables.

This is a hands-on, active outdoor job where you’ll work as part of a team collecting various types of waste, including recycling, garden and food waste, and general refuse.

• Collect waste and recycling from households and businesses as per the collection schedule.

• Ensure bins and containers are returned neatly to the correct place after collection.

• Work professionally and respectfully with the public at all times.

• Report contamination or issues with collections to supervisors.

• Follow all health and safety procedures and use personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Complete any required paperwork accurately and promptly.

• Work from different depots if needed (travel support or mileage will be offered).

• Support additional tasks such as litter picking, town centre cleaning, and responding to emergencies (e.g. during floods or snow).

• Experience working in an operational or manual role is desirable.

• A good team player with a positive attitude and strong communication skills.

• Basic understanding of health and safety requirements.

• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

• Able to work flexibly, including bank holidays and occasional weekends or evenings.

• Driving licence is desirable but not essential.

• Welsh language skills are desirable.

• Full training and ongoing support.

• All necessary protective equipment and uniforms.

• Up to 31 days of holiday.

• Opportunities for career progression (including support for car or HGV licences).

• Access to a wide range of employee benefits.

• Mileage reimbursement for travel beyond your normal commute.

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