Job Advert: Loader - Temporary Role
Location: Abergavenny
Salary: PAYE: £12.85 per hour | Umbrella: £16.32 per hour
Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday–Thursday 07:00–15:00, Friday 07:00–14:30, including bank holidays)
Contract: Temporary, 3 weeks (Starting 15 September 2025)
Join Our Team to Keep Monmouthshire Clean and Sustainable! Network Recruitment Wales is recruiting 3 Loaders (Recycling & Waste) on behalf of our client within the Community & Place team in Monmouthshire. This temporary role is to cover long-term sickness and offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-quality recycling and waste collection services across the county.
What You’ll Do:
As a Loader, you will:
* Collect various types of waste (food, garden, residual, hygiene, dry recycling, and trade waste) from households and businesses as per the council’s recycling and waste strategy.
* Ensure collections are completed on schedule, leaving areas clean, safe, and tidy.
* Return receptacles to their collection points without obstructing pavements or driveways.
* Monitor contamination in recycling collections and follow appropriate procedures.
* Maintain professionalism and courtesy when interacting with the public.
* Complete assisted and extra allocation collections accurately.
* Comply with all safe working practices and health and safety policies.
* Report incidents or concerns to the Area or Deputy Supervisor promptly.
* Complete relevant paperwork and documentation accurately and on time.
* Occasionally undertake additional tasks such as litter picking, emptying bins, or town centre sweeping (with training, e.g., sharps awareness).
* Be prepared to work at other depots if needed
What We’re Looking For:
We’re seeking reliable and team-oriented individuals who are:
* Eligible to work in the UK.
* Able to provide 2 years of references/work history and a valid driving licence.
* Experienced in a similar operational environment (desirable but not essential).
* Committed to delivering a high-quality service with a positive attitude.
* Knowledgeable about health and safety practices and willing to adhere to council policies.
* Able to work independently, self-motivate, and communicate effectively.
* Flexible to work outside core hours, including bank holidays (double time pay plus a bank holiday leave day) and occasional weekends/evenings for rotas (voluntary) or emergencies (e.g., flooding, snow, or storm response).
* Welsh language skills are desirable (Level 1 or above).
Required Documents (on Submission):
* 2 years of references/work history.
* Valid driving licence.
Required Documents (on Offer Acceptance):
* Confidentiality Agreement.
* Criminal Convictions Declaration.
Why Join Us?
* Meaningful Impact: Help deliver essential recycling and waste services to keep Monmouthshire clean and sustainable.
* Supportive Environment: Receive full training, personal protective equipment, and clothing to perform your duties safely.
* Team Spirit: Work within a dedicated team committed to high standards and community pride.
Key Details:
* Start Date: 15 September 2025
* Duration: 3 weeks
* Location: Abergavenny
* Work Pattern: Monday–Thursday 07:00–15:00, Friday 07:00–14:30 (including bank holidays)
How to Apply:
Ready to make a difference in Monmouthshire? Submit your CV, 2 years of references/work history, and valid driving licence to Network Recruitment Wales. For further details or to apply, contact us on 01443 230222 or visit .
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