Waste Operative - Public Sector

About the Role:

I am excited to present a fantastic opportunity for a Waste Resource Management Operative on behalf of our Public sector client. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about environmental sustainability and committed to maintaining a clean and safe community.

• Waste Collection: Efficiently collect domestic and commercial refuse and recyclable materials, ensuring containers are safely returned.
• Street Cleansing: Maintain cleanliness of footpaths, gutters, and public spaces through various methods including manual sweeping and pedestrian-operated sweepers.
• Litter Management: Empty litter bins, remove illegally dumped materials, and clear animal carcasses from public areas.
• Recycling Support: Assist the public at Household Recycling Centres, promote the use of recycling facilities, and ensure site cleanliness.
• Vehicle and Equipment Reporting: Communicate any mechanical or electrical faults in vehicles and maintain accurate records.
• Adverse Weather Duties: Perform alternative tasks such as gritting and snow clearance during inclement weather.
• Communication Delivery: Distribute Council communications, such as leaflets and flyers, as needed.

Essential Qualifications & Skills:

• Basic Literacy: Ability to read instructions and communications.
• Valid Driving Licence: Essential for operational duties.
• Experience: Minimum of 6 months in a waste management environment.
• Skills: Flexibility, good organizational and time management skills, ability to work independently and collaboratively, and basic computer literacy.
• Health and Safety Knowledge: Familiarity with safety procedures, including manual handling.
• Desirable:
• 12 months of experience in waste management.
• Knowledge of traffic management and waste recycling issues.

Key Competencies:

• Customer Focus: Dedicated to meeting customer needs and resolving complaints positively.
• Service Excellence: Committed to continuous improvement in service delivery.
• Teamwork: Ability to build effective working relationships and resolve conflicts efficiently.
• Effective Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills and active listening abilities.

For further information on this vacancy, or any other Environmental health/health and safety job in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please reach out to Glenn Roberts in the strictest confidence