Refuse Collectors

Location: Kirklees Council, Vine Street Depot, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD1 6NT

Pay Rate: £13.26 per hour PAYE

Full-Time Temporary contract for 4 weeks

Are you reliable, hardworking, and enjoy working outdoors as part of a team? Kirklees Council is looking for four Refuse Collectors to join their Waste Services team based at Vine Street Depot, Huddersfield for a temporary 4-week assignment.

At Kirklees, we are committed to delivering essential services to our communities in innovative and effective ways. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to keeping the borough clean, safe, and environmentally responsible.

Day-to-day of the role:

As a Refuse Collector, you will work as part of a dedicated team responsible for collecting waste and recycling from households and businesses across the Kirklees area. You will play a key role in maintaining high service standards while ensuring work is carried out safely and efficiently.

• Collect refuse, recycling, clinical waste, garden waste, bulky items, and other materials from designated collection points.
• Empty refuse containers and return bins safely without causing obstruction.
• Assist with skip collections and the provision of bin liners where required.
• Safely operate lifting equipment in accordance with risk assessments and operating procedures.
• Follow all health and safety procedures relating to waste collection, loading, lifting, handling, and disposal.
• Report waste-related issues, including non-presented bins, overflowing bins, and other service concerns.
• Assist in recording operational information using in-cab technology and other systems.
• Complete timesheets, accident reports, and other records accurately and on time.
• Provide clear and professional communication with residents, businesses, colleagues, and stakeholders.
• Assist in delivering information to the public regarding refuse collection arrangements.
• Support the training and guidance of less experienced team members where required.
• Report accidents, faults, repair requirements, and service delivery issues promptly.
• Undertake additional duties such as street cleaning, waste sorting, snow clearing, gritting, clear-up projects, and bin deliveries as required.
• Follow security procedures and maintain a positive image of the Council at all times.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Enjoy working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Are physically fit and capable of manual handling and lifting duties.
• Can work effectively as part of a team.
• Have a strong commitment to health and safety.
• Are reliable, punctual, and flexible to meet service demands.
• Possess good communication and customer service skills.
• Have a positive attitude and take pride in delivering an excellent service to the community.

Benefits:

To apply for the Refuse Collector position, please send your cv to