Household Reuse and Recycling Centre (HRRC) Operative at Bristol Waste Company

SALARY: £28,033.61 per annum

HOURS: 40 per week - Working pattern: Saturday - Wednesday, 08:45 - 17:15 & 07:45 - 16:15

LOCATION: Days Road, Bristol

About Bristol Waste Company

At Bristol Waste Company, what we do matters. We keep Bristol and the surrounding areas clean, safe and moving. Working in partnership with the council, we support the city’s sustainability goals while delivering high‑quality, value‑for‑money services. Our commercial operations are growing, and we’re looking for people who share our values and want to grow with us.

Purpose of the role:

We have an exciting opportunity HRRC Operatives with a strong customer service background that share our ambitious vision and values to make Bristol a cleaner and greener place to live and work.

You will act as the first point of contact to the public, providing a professional service by giving advice, direction, and assistance, ensuring that waste is received and deposited correctly.

Key Responsibilities:

• Control the receipt and segregation for Blag Bag waste received, engaging with commercial customers as well as members of the public.
• Direct and control the loading and transfer of waste, recyclable and reusable materials to final disposal points.
• Carry out general site duties including housekeeping of site grounds, buildings and staff facilities.
• When trained to drive a 360 grab and other mobile plant, carry out inspections and report defects of mobile plant, vehicles and other equipment.
• Operate weighbridge when required
• Actively participate in full range of recycling and reuse activities/initiatives

Essential Requirements:

• Experience of dealing with a wide range of colleagues and customers and use of appropriate communication skills in responding to operational issues
• Proven experience of effective contribution to team working
• Ability to operate computerised weighbridge (training will be provided)
• Demonstrable experience of ability to work effectively without direct supervision
• Demonstrable understanding of health and safety and other associated relevant legislation

Our Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
• 5% employer pension contribution
• Free BUPA Health Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme
• Onsite physiotherapist and Cycle to Work scheme
• £200 employee referral bonus
• Learning and development opportunities with clear progression routes
• Reward Gateway discounts at 900+ retailers
• Employee recognition awards and long service awards
• Salary sacrifice car scheme for tax-efficient vehicle leasing

Everyone Belongs

We’re proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We value diversity and ensure fair and equal consideration for all candidates.

How to Apply

Apply as soon as possible and before 23:59 on the closing date. We may close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. If you haven’t heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Contact:
Talent Acquisition Team

Email: recruitment@bristolwastecompany.co.uk
Phone: 0117 440 6676