Waste Operative

Location: Scunthorpe, DN16
Start Date: 9th July 2025
Duration: Temporary (Approx. 2 months)
Pay: GBP12.85 per hour
Hours: Tuesday Friday, 6:30 AM 4:15 PM (37 hours/week)

We are recruiting 4 reliable Waste Operatives to work on behalf of North Lincolnshire Council. This is a hands-on role supporting local waste and recycling services. You ll be based primarily at Household Recycling Centres but will also assist with waste collection and at transfer stations.

• Assist the public with disposing of household, industrial, and commercial waste.
• Provide recycling advice and guidance to customers.
• Support drivers with vehicle manoeuvring on-site.
• Operate bin lifting and refuse equipment safely.
• Keep the site clean, tidy, and well-organised.
• Manage site containers effectively and record waste levels.
• Handle cash and issue receipts where required.
• Accurately complete and secure paperwork.

• Manual handling experience.
• Ability to walk several miles per day and work outdoors in all weather.
• Basic machinery operation (training provided if necessary).
• Good local area knowledge.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to deal with the public calmly and professionally.
• Reliable, flexible, and a good team player.

• Experience working at a waste facility.
• Understanding of environmental permit regulations.
• WAMITAB qualification or equivalent.
• Certificates to operate a loading shovel or JCB 360 (desirable but not essential).

• Outdoor work in all weather conditions.
• Physically demanding lifting, walking, and manual tasks throughout the shift.
• Interaction with the public, which can occasionally be challenging.

If you re reliable, community-minded, and ready to get involved, apply now to be part of a vital local service.