HWRC Operative

Job Description

HWRC Operative (3) (Fixed Term)
Various HWRC (Castle Douglas, Locharmoss, Lincluden, Annan, Dalbeattie, Sanquhar, Thornhill, Beattock and Lockerbie)
£21,822.50 - £22,197.50

Do you wish to support your local community and make a difference?

We are looking for a motivated and energetic individual who is willing to play a key role in supporting the delivery and enthusiastic person that will carry out the following tasks:

Bring Your Passion to the local community!
We’re looking for a positive, hands on individual to help with our local communities’ waste management. If you love helping and supporting within your local community and may enjoy working within a busy engaging environment and want a role that supports your local community, we’d love to hear from you.
Join us and help create a better environment for all!

We’re Hiring
Be the person who helps our community. We’re looking for someone who enjoys working with the public and supporting the local community, cares about quality, and thrives in a lively environment. A rewarding role and the chance to make a daily difference.

HWRC Operative – Flexible, Mobile Role Across Dumfries & Galloway

Looking for a varied, active role where no two days are the same? Join our dedicated team and play a key part in keeping Household Waste Recycling Centres (HWRCs) running smoothly across Dumfries and Galloway.

You’ll provide essential cover across our network of 9 sites Castle Douglas, Locharmoss, Lincluden, Annan, Dalbeattie, Sanquhar, Thornhill, Beattock and Lockerbie, supporting operations where you’re needed most.

This is a flexible, mobile role – you won’t be tied to one location. Instead, you’ll travel between sites, stepping in at short notice to cover absences, support busy periods, and help maintain high-quality, customer-focused services.

What you’ll be doing:
• Supporting day-to-day operations across nine HWRCs
• Assisting and advising the public to maximise recycling
• Helping with the safe manual handling of waste materials
• Keeping sites clean, safe, and compliant with procedures and licences
• Occasionally supporting operations at Transfer Stations

Every day will be different, with deployment tailored to where you’re needed most — making this a great role for someone who enjoys variety and teamwork.

Who we are looking for:

About you:

• Educated to Standard Grade level
• A confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated, flexible, and able to work under pressure
• A team player who can adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment

Requirements

Experience in waste management, construction, or a related field is desirable, as is customer service experience. A good understanding of recycling and Health & Safety is essential.

You must be educated to a Standard Grade level. Have good communication and interpersonal skills, be motivated and be able to work under pressure, either on your own initiative or as part of a team.

Experience in the waste industry or building industry or a customer facing role would be desirable. You should have an understanding of the importance of recycling and Health & Safety in the workplace.

Working Pattern

We are offering flexibility in how this role is filled:

Hours will be worked on a rota basis, including some weekend working (Saturday and Sunday). Shifts will be flexible and aligned to service demand.

HWRC Operative (3 posts) will be for 30 hours per week on a rota basis, including some weekend working when required (Saturday and Sunday), flexible working can be accommodated.

These posts are fixed term for a period of 12 months. They may be suitable for secondment. Agreement from your line manager must be sought before applying for this post.

Additional Requirements

A current driving licence is desirable due to the mobile nature of the role. However, if you have a disability which precludes you from holding a driving licence, we will consider alternative transport arrangements.

This post is subject to candidate vetting through Disclosure Scotland.

With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing. Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more. Employees also get access to membership of The Local Government Pension Scheme (Scotland) exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions.

Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, driving us to tackle inequality. We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation.

For further information or an informal chat about the role, please contact
Kirk Telfer on 01387 750911 or 07795 164753 or email: Kirk.Telfer@dumgal.gov.uk