Salary: £23,893

Hours: 37 hours per week

Location: Ulverston Depot, North Lonsdale Road, Ulverston LA12 9DX

Contract: 2 x permanent vacancies

About this opportunity

The role requires a flexible approach to the work of the Street Scene Group, and a high level of commitment to delivering excellent service is essential. The role will cover various waste, refuse and recycling collection rounds across the local area where you will be using appropriate equipment/machinery.

The nature of the work means that the post holder will come into contact with members of the public, and a polite and helpful approach is essential.

The post will be based in Ulverston and will require working Monday to Thursday 7am to 3pm and Friday 7am to 2.30pm.

Candidates will need to be physically fit and able to carry out the waste collection rounds. They will also need to have good customer skills and professional attitude as they are representing the Council in the local area.

Successful candidates will be required to undertake IOSH Working Safely and will also have the opportunity to undertake a level 2 qualification in sustainable resource management. Full training will be given in the use of any plant or machinery with which the successful candidate may be unfamiliar.

What can we offer you!

• Excellent training and development offers
• Flexible working opportunities
• Opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Boost your pension with Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (facilitated by AVC Wise)
• Various perks and discounts schemes, including money off your phone contract and local gyms
• Competitive rates of pay
• A 12-month digital trial (from 1 June 2024) of a new scheme that allows free workplace car parking for employees in all Westmorland and Furness Council owned car parks between Monday to Friday.

Application and Interview information

Closing date: 27 August 2024

Interview date to be confirmed.

Safer Recruitment

At Westmorland and Furness Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all employees, volunteers and the Externally Provided Workforce (EPWs) to share this commitment.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.

As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.

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