Refuse/ Recycling Loader

Operational Duties:

1.Collect recycling or refuse from the kerbside or other agreed collection point and load into vehicle in accordance with operational plans, procedures and codes of practice including the lifting/ manoeuvring/sorting and returning of a full range of refuse and recycling containers ensuring that refuse and recycling items are collected at all times and missed collections are avoided by the end of the scheduled day.

2.Operate any fitted power mechanism including automated loading/compaction equipment in accordance with service procedures and vehicle requirements and to assist the driver in operational activities on the round and at tipping locations to reduce and control the potential risks to Health & Safety.

3.Be responsible for supporting the driver to manoeuvre the vehicle safely around the streets and carry out reversing assistant, traffic control and signalling (banks person) duties in accordance with safe working procedures and utilising reversing aides to minimise the risk of personal injury to other members of the crew and to members of the public.

Qualifications, Vocational training and Professional Memberships

Willingness to comply with ongoing job related training requirements, new information and instructions

Job Related Skills and Competencies

Ability to understand, interpret and follow verbal and written instructions

Good communications skills and the ability to maintain good working relationships

Ability to identify and report on vehicle defects

The ability to use physical effort for sustained periods of working

Knowledge

Relevant Health & Safety legislation

Experience

Experience of power mechanism operation/ operating various plant and machinery