SALARY: £35,031.49 per annum
HOURS: 39hrs per week, 4 on 4 off, 6:00am – 5:30pm
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:
To drive/operate roll-on-off and other specialist vehicles, fixed/mobile plant and equipment.
To assist in other general site operations, to carry out daily maintenance of vehicles, mobile plant and equipment and to perform general housekeeping duties at Refuse Transfer Stations and Household Refuse Recycling Centres (HRRC).
Key Responsibilities:
- Drive specialist LGV Class II vehicles.
- Operate wheeled loading shovel and other plant and equipment
- Carry out daily inspections / maintenance of vehicles / mobile plant and other equipment carrying out adjustments as required.
- Carry out general housekeeping of site grounds and buildings.
- Actively participate in full range of recycling activities / initiatives.
- Act as a Household Refuse Recycling Centre Attendant.
Essential Requirements for the Role:
- LGV class 2 licence
- Current CPC
- Ability to gain CITB Certification or equivalent on Wheeled Loading Shovel
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills
- Ability to drive / operate a range of vehicles, fixed / mobile plant and equipment
- Prepared to work outside of normal hours to maintain the service
- Must be flexible and adaptable to change roles to meet operational requirements
- Good team member
- Good communication skills when dealing with problems
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
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