Job Introduction
Starting salary for this role is £26,824 (pro rata for part-time colleagues)
This role sits within a well defined pay band, offering clear progression as you grow your career at BCP. Without exception all new starters begin at the entry point of the band, ensuring fairness and consistency across the organisation. Be part of a forward thinking workplace where you’re supported to grow and you can truly #BeTheDifference at BCP.
Internal colleagues are also normally appointed at the bottom of the band, unless moving within the same profession and skill level, where the pay band is the same they can be appointed to the existing pay point.
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Are you looking for a new opportunity?
BCP Council need a Site Operative to work at Christchurch’s Recycling Centre, Wilverley Road. The successful candidate will work as part of a flexible and multi skilled team, contributing to the daily operations of the Council’s Recycling Centre.
Main Responsibilities
- To contribute to the successful operational delivery of the council’s waste disposal, commercial waste and associated collection services in Poole and Bournemouth.
- To ensure these services are operated efficiently and legally will require participation in a flexible working week of 37 hours which will include some weekend and bank holiday work, including occasional overtime/TOIL to meet the needs of the service.
- Participate in training that will enable and enhance your own knowledge and skills required to meet service delivery requirements.
- To complete appropriate records/paperwork required to fulfil the role (e.g. time sheets, commercial waste rejection slips).
- Take a helpful, courteous approach to all customers, understanding their needs and suggesting solutions to problems where required and marketing waste services where appropriate.
- To work as part of a flexible and multi skilled team covering other duties where appropriate. These could include site security and taking payments for chargeable waste. Financial remuneration will be made where appropriate.
- Share work knowledge with colleagues and new recruits.
- To drive where appropriate and when trained non LGV vehicles (e.g. forklift, van).
- Due to the nature of the work, you will be required to wear safety PPE at all times during the working day. You are required to take responsibility for the storage and maintenance of your own PPE ensuring it remains in a clean and useable standard.
- To observe the Council’s code of Safe Working Practise as defined in the Health and Safety policy.
- To comply with all decisions, policies and standing orders of the Council and any relevant statutory requirements, including the Equality Act, the Health and Safety at Work Act and Data Protection Act.
- To undertake such other duties as may be required from time to time commensurate with the level of the post.
The Ideal Candidate
No previous waste experience is required. The role can be physically demanding and involves being outside in all weathers. We want to give successful candidates the opportunity to learn new skills, therefore training can be provided such as plant driver/operator training.
The full-time post is 37 hours a week working on a fixed rota basis, including weekends and Bank Holidays. BCP Council's Recycling Centre are open 362 days a year, only closing on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day. If you are a flexible, hardworking, team player, who is able to follow instructions and is proud to get the job done well, please apply.
For more information, please contact georgina.fry@bcpcouncil.gov.uk
Please note, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK.
At BCP Council, inclusion is more than a promise – it’s how we work.
We’re committed to providing a fully inclusive recruitment process ensuring every candidate and colleague has the support and reasonable adjustments they need to thrive.
From the moment you apply, through the recruitment process and throughout your career with us, we’ll be here to listen and provide the help and support you need.
It’s why we’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer – and why you can trust that we’ll always do our best to make your experience positive and accessible.
If you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know when you apply or contact us directly – we’re here to help. For further information on the accessibility support we can offer please see here: Preparing for your interview | Working for BCP
About BCP Council
BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of beautiful world-renowned coastline. We can offer career defining roles to transform and improve services. By working with us, you can help deliver a vision of a thriving, word-class, prosperous and inclusive place for generations to come.
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Check out our attractive enhanced benefits and find out more about the new Pay and Reward package at (Employee benefits | Working for BCP link to careers page)
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DBS
BCP Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the community and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Applicants to this post will be required to complete the appropriate level of Disclosure & Barring Service Check. Please refer to the Role Profile for more details.
