Recycling Centre Attendant
Location: Armagh, Keady, Markethill, Tandragee, Banbridge, Dromore, Rathfriland, Fairgreen, Newline (may be required to work across the Borough).
Salary: Scale 3, SCP 7 – £13.26 per hour (paid one month in arrears).
Hours: Casual, as and when required. Hours will vary according to operational needs. Regular hours are not guaranteed.
Duration: Casual contract.
Main Duties & ResponsibilitiesAct as a keyholder, responsible for site security, opening, and closing.
Comply with all Health & Safety policies and safe working systems.
Assist and direct members of the public to deposit materials correctly in line with Council recycling policies.
Maintain the site in a clean and tidy condition.
Keep accurate records of skip/container usage and removal of recycled materials.
Operate Council charging systems for trade waste.
Organise and direct work of casual, temporary, or agency staff as required.
Carry out minor site maintenance tasks.
Receive and organise handling/storage of special wastes (e.g., fridges, batteries, oils).
Organise collection of recycling and reusable items.
Operate compactors to minimise contamination.
Follow all legislation relating to hazardous materials.
Ensure unauthorised persons do not remove materials from site.
Operate plant, machinery, vehicles, and tools; report defects promptly.
Load/unload vehicles (e.g., promotional/stores items).
Distribute home composters, caddy liners, and maintain stock records.
Clean and maintain issued tools/equipment.
Wear PPE and use equipment safely at all times.
Complete daily forms (e.g., check sheets, diary).
Report all accidents, incidents, and near misses immediately.
Liaise with Line Manager and colleagues to ensure safe, effective site operations.
Take responsibility for personal safety, colleagues, and the public.
Provide high levels of customer service in line with Council policy.
Cover Supervisor duties on a rotational basis when required.
Participate in induction and training (including COTC where relevant), and support new staff.
Undertake any other duties commensurate with the role and grade.
Minimum 1 year’s experience in local government or a similar multi-functional organisation, including:
Operating plant and equipment (e.g., tractors, diggers, forklifts, handheld tools).
Delivering front-line services.
Working with members of the public.
Knowledge of waste management.
Good communication skills.
Understanding of health & safety practices.
Hours will be offered as and when required, with no guarantee of regular work.
Ongoing work depends on performance and availability.
Preference will be given to candidates with the greatest degree of flexibility and availability.
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