Waste Loading Operative

Waste Loading Operative

Location: Exeter
Type: Temporary ongoing
Pay: £12.60 per hour

gap personnel are recruiting for Loading Operatives in Exeter, Devon.

Play a vital role in maintaining clean and safe communities by supporting waste collection operations. This role involves working closely with the Waste Operations team to ensure waste is collected efficiently and safely.

Key duties and responsibilities

• Strictly adhere to all health and safety policies to maintain a safe working environment.
• Work predominantly within the Waste Operations team, with flexibility to assist in other related areas when required.
• Safely handle and lift waste materials using correct manual handling techniques.
• Complete necessary documentation accurately and promptly as directed by supervisors.
• Operate mobile or in-cab devices to support work tasks as instructed.
• Contribute to other duties related to waste operations or street cleansing when needed.
• Participate actively in training and development programs.
• Be available to work catch-up weekends following bank holidays or Christmas periods as required.

What we’re looking for

• Strong commitment to excellent customer service.
• Effective time management and organisational skills.
• Clear and confident communication, both written and verbal.
• Motivated, adaptable, and willing to take on additional duties as necessary.
• Physically fit and capable of lifting heavy and bulky waste items safely.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions and around unpleasant smells.
• Committed to wearing protective equipment and following health and safety procedures at all times.
• A high level of fitness is essential, as the role may involve walking up to 12 miles per day.

Working hours

Working hours are:

• Monday to Thursday: 6:00 am – 2:00 pm (7.5 hours paid)
• Friday: 6:00 am – 1:30 pm (7 hours paid)

Hours are on an ad-hoc basis, and a guaranteed 37-hour week cannot be assured.

Current pay rate is £12.60 per hour.

How to apply

Click APPLY to upload your CV now, or call us on 01392 273665 to find out more.