Refuse Collector

Refuse Collector

Location: Vine Street Depot, Huddersfield, HD1 6NT
Hours: Monday to Thursday, 7:00am - 5:00pm
Pay Rate: £13.26 PAYE / £17.14 Umbrella per hour
Job Type: Full-time, Ongoing - 4 positions available

About the Role

We are recruiting for Refuse Collectors to join a busy waste and recycling team based at Vine Street Depot in Huddersfield. You will work as part of a team collecting household and commercial waste, helping to keep local communities clean and safe.

This is a physically demanding outdoor role that involves lifting, walking, loading waste, and working in all weather conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect household and commercial refuse, recycling, garden waste, and bulky items.
• Load and handle waste safely in line with procedures and health and safety guidelines.
• Return bins to designated locations without causing obstruction.
• Operate lifting equipment safely and correctly.
• Report missed bins, overflowing bins, and any service issues.
• Assist with skip collections and the delivery of bins and liners when required.
• Record basic information using in-cab technology and other systems.
• Communicate professionally with members of the public and colleagues.
• Complete timesheets, accident reports, and other records accurately.
• Support additional cleansing duties such as litter clearance, gritting, snow clearing, and environmental clean-up projects when required.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a physically demanding role.
• Able to carry out regular lifting, bending, and walking throughout the working day.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Good communication skills and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• A good understanding of health and safety practices.
• Ability to deal with the public professionally and handle challenging situations appropriately.
• Flexible approach to work and willingness to support service needs.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for reliable, hardworking individuals who are:

• Positive and professional
• Honest and respectful
• Flexible and supportive
• Team-focused with a strong work ethic
• Committed to delivering excellent service

Full training and support will be provided. This role may require successful completion of a medical assessment due to the physical nature of the work.

To apply for this Refuse Collector position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience.