Refuse Collector

Your new company
You will be joining an existing team at a large organisation in the Edinburgh area. Due to an increase in demand, they are looking to add additional staff to their waste & recycling department as part of the on-site team.
Your new role
Your duties may include:

Working as part of a domestic or commercial bin collection crew, assisting the driver and other loaders
Collect general waste, recycling, and food waste from residential streets in a safe manner
Move wheelie bins, communal bins, and sacks from collection points to the lorry.
Empty bins into the vehicle using manual handling techniques
Doing bulk uplift of large goods where required
Working as part of the on-site team at the recycling centre

What you'll need to succeed You will need to be able to undertake hard manual work as this job will require you to work on your feet all day. It would be advantageous for applicants to have worked in a similar environment before, however not essential to be considered for this position. Due to the nature of this role, no CSCS card or driving licence is needed. However, you must be able to make your way to the yard for an early start.
What you'll get in return
You will be offered a start with a large employer on a long-term contract, with the potential for a permanent role to be applied for at any stage. Hays will pay you weekly PAYE with the option of building up a holiday allowance. You will receive regular updates from your Hays consultant and have any queries answered promptly.
What you need to do now
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