Refuse Collector - Food Waste

2 - 3 Month Contract With A Local Authority

To support Coventry City Council’s food waste collection service by safely and efficiently collecting food waste bins from residential properties across Coventry. Working as part of a collection crew, you will help deliver a reliable, professional and customer-focused environmental service while maintaining high standards of health and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect food waste bins from residential properties across Coventry.
  


• Work as part of a team to complete daily collection routes safely and efficiently.
  


• Undertake manual handling and other physically demanding duties associated with refuse collection.
  


• Follow all health and safety procedures, policies and operational instructions.
  


• Provide a professional and courteous service when interacting with residents.
  


• Report missed collections, access issues, damaged bins or other operational concerns.
  


• Maintain a clean, safe and professional working environment.
  


• Work flexibly according to service requirements and varying shift patterns.
  


• Support colleagues and contribute positively to the overall performance of the collection service.
  

Requirements

Essential

• Reliable, punctual and hardworking.
  


• Physically fit and comfortable undertaking manual handling duties.
  


• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
  


• Able to work effectively as part of a team.
  


• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
  


• Good awareness of health and safety practices.
  


• Willingness to work varying shift patterns and occasional Saturdays when required.
  


• Ability to follow instructions and complete assigned collection routes efficiently.
  

Desirable

• Previous experience in waste collection, recycling, environmental services, refuse collection, labouring or other manual outdoor roles.
  


• Previous experience working in a customer-facing environment.
  

Additional Information

• Location: Whitley Depot, Coventry, CV3 4AR
  


• Hours per week: 37 hours per week. Monday to Thursday: 7.5 hours per day; Friday: 7 hours per day. Occasional Saturdays may be required and are paid at time and a half. Shift patterns vary according to service requirements, with start times from 6:00am and finish times up to 4:45pm.
  


• Bi-Weekly Payments: