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Ref no:
DGA11055
Published:
23/08/2024
Closes:
06/09/2024
Location:
Castle Douglas HWRC Abercromby Industrial Estate Abercromby Road CASTLE DOUGLAS, DG7 1LH
Salary:
£7,690 - £7,828 per year
Contract Type:
Permanent
Position Type:
Part Time
Hours:
12 hours per week

Advert

HWRC Operative (19/1066)

Castle Douglas

£7,690 - £7,828

 

 

Based at Castle Douglas HWRC, you will assist and advise the public to maximise recycling and help with the manual handling of their waste. You will keep the HWRC free from litter and debris and work in accordance with all site procedures, licences and site rules. You will also be required to assist with some duties on the Transfer Station.

 

You must be educated to a Standard Grade level. You will have good communication and interpersonal skills, be self-motivated and be able to work under pressure.

 

Experience in the waste industry, building industry or another relevant industry would be a desirable attribute. It would also be desirable to have experience in customer service. You should have an understanding of the importance of recycling and Health & Safety in the workplace. A current telehandler ticket is essential or the willingness to be trained in telehandler use.

 

The post available for HWRC Operative:

 

1 x permanent post of 12 hours per week 6 hours per day Saturday, and Sunday.

 

This post may be required to cover other Household Waste Recycling Centre from time to time.

 

A current driving licence is a desired requirement of this post. However, if you have a disability which precludes you from holding a driving licence consideration will be given if alternative transport can be arranged.

 

 

This post is subject to candidate vetting through Disclosure Scotland.

 

For further information please contact Kirk Telfer, 01387 750911 or kirk.telfer@dumgal.gov.uk

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