Waste Management Operative
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Position Overview & Specifications
Are you physically fit?
Used to undertaking manual work outside, in all types of weather?
Available June & July?
Our client based in Harrogate is looking for a number of Waste Management Operatives (Waste Loaders) for a minimum of 1 month. The role is Monday – Friday, up to 37 hours a week.
The pay rate for Waste Management Operatives is £11.50 per hour. Full protective clothing will be provided.
This is a temporary, full time role based in Harrogate from 30th June to 31st July 2023, that requires you to:
- collect household and garden waste emptying wheelie bins and recycling boxes
- walk long distances on the round (10/12 miles a day)
- carry out lifting and bending
- be reliable and work outside in all weathers
- work between 7am – 3pm (Monday – Friday)
- be polite and offer good customer service to the public
No previous waste loading experience is needed, as training will be given for Waste Loaders but you MUST:
a) be able to provide two references from previous employers. one of which needs to be your most recent employer. Please make sure that your referees know you are applying.
b) be available for an induction (potentially 30th June) and to start immediately after your induction for the full 4 weeks,
To apply, please visit the WorkwithYork website or ring us on 07922 425165 for an application form or for more information. You will need to complete an application form with your full work history.
Successful applicants will be required to attend an onsite induction before starting work.
Regrettably, we can't respond to every application we receive and please note that to apply for this vacancy you must be able to work in the United Kingdom.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Municipal Agencies
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Waste Management Operative roles across City of York Council's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Municipal Agencies.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £12 - £12 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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