Refuse Collection Operative

Overview

Collect and safely dispose waste from void properties, supporting clearance tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• waste disposal
• record keeping
• material delivery
• property clearance
• key management
• vehicle operation

Tasks

-Collect and safely dispose of waste, refuse, and bulky items from void properties in line with environmental and health & safety regulations. -Maintain accurate records of waste collections, disposals, and associated documentation. -Delivery and collection of materials, tools, and equipment as required. -Work collaboratively with other team members, contractors, and service partners to ensure efficient turnaround of void properties. -Collection and delivery of property keys. -Report any property issues, hazards, or maintenance concerns to the Voids Supervisor. -Represent the organisation in a professional and courteous manner at all times. -Drive and maintain company vehicles in a clean and roadworthy condition, reporting defects or issues promptly. -Ensure all work is completed in compliance with relevant policies, including environmental standards and safe working practices. -Carry out full property clearances as required, ensuring voids are left clean and ready for maintenance or inspection. -Support the Voids Team with ad-hoc duties including: -Installation of key safes.

Requirements

• safety
• driving licence
• refuse collection
• property maintenance
• communication
• facilities experience

What You Bring

-Understanding of health & safety procedures related to waste handling and property clearance. -Waste management or environmental services qualifications (desirable but not essential). -Good communication and teamwork skills -Basic property maintenance skills (e.g. fitting key safes, minor repairs). -Uniform and PPE will be provided. -Good communication and teamwork skills. -Reliable, punctual, and able to work with minimal supervision. -Full UK driving licence (preferably clean). -Experience working within housing, local authority, or facilities management environments. -Ability to carry out physically demanding work safely. -Previous experience in refuse collection, property clearance, or a similar manual labour role.

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Benefits

-Competitive pay & generous pension -28 days holidays plus bank holidays -Investment in your learning, personal development and technology -Training and development opportunities will be available. -Flexible working options available

About Riverside

-Operates a diverse portfolio of residential properties across the UK, offering homes to people in need. -Specializes in social care, working to improve the lives of vulnerable people through tailored services. -Projects often focus on regeneration and community development, transforming neighborhoods into thriving areas. -Offers a range of services like homelessness prevention, mental health support, and youth services. -Manages a variety of housing types, from supported living facilities to independent homes, helping people achieve stability. -Known for its holistic approach, addressing not just housing needs, but also the broader social factors affecting well-being. -Committed to supporting those at risk of marginalization, from veterans to people with disabilities. -A key player in the UK housing and social services sector with a unique blend of housing expertise and social care.

Sector Specialisms

Visa Sponsorship

-applicants must already have valid uk work permission. -riverside will not provide any sponsorship or apply for sponsorship for candidates.