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Refuse Loaders

Refuse Loaders

Blue Arrow • Brighton, East Sussex, England
21 days ago
Salary
£13.69 hourly
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Refuse & Recycling Operatives

Location: Brighton (BN1)

We are currently recruiting Refuse & Recycling Operatives to join a busy environmental services team based in Brighton & Hove (BN1). This is a great opportunity to secure an ongoing temporary assignment within an essential frontline service.

Induction & Start Date

  • Induction Date: Monday 10th August
  • Start date: Tuesday 11th August (subject to successful induction)

Working Hours

  • Monday to Friday
  • AM shifts: 05:00 - 06:00 starts
  • PM shifts: 12:30 - 13:30 starts
  • Shifts are approximately 7 hours per day
  • Applicants can work AM or PM shifts, but must be flexible across the possible start times
  • Flexibility across both AM and PM shifts is highly desirable
  • Overtime available (evenings, weekends, and bank holidays)

Pay Rates

  • £13.69 per hour (standard rate)
  • Up to £20.54 per hour (enhanced rates for evenings, weekends, and bank holidays)

Benefits

  • Weekly pay
  • Holiday pay
  • Pension scheme
  • Regular overtime opportunities

Key Responsibilities

  • Loading refuse and recycling bins onto HGV dustcarts
  • Moving bags, wheelie bins, and recycling containers
  • Using lifting mechanisms to empty bins safely into the vehicle
  • Acting as a reversing assistant (banksman duties)
  • Completing collection rounds efficiently and within set timeframes
  • Adhering to all health and safety procedures
  • Working outdoors in all weather conditions
  • Following instructions from supervisors and team leaders
  • Ensuring correct PPE is worn at all times

Skills & Requirements

  • Ability to work safely and follow procedures at all times
  • Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling duties
  • Ability to walk long distances over the course of your shift (10-15 miles daily covered by foot)
  • Organised and able to perform in a fast-paced environment
  • Flexible and willing to take on a variety of tasks
  • Strong communication skills
  • Reliable, punctual, and dependable
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Apply Now

If you are hardworking, reliable, and ready to start immediately, apply today to be considered for this opportunity.

Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

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