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Community Works Operative 3 04/26
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About The Role
Pertemps Glasgow Contracts seeks a Community Works Operative for its public sector client, based in Thurso. This full-time, temporary position starts in early April and pays £14.12 per hour. The working pattern is:
- Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday: 7.30am to 4.00pm
- Wednesday: 7.30am to 2.00pm
- Friday: 7.30am to 3.00pm
Duties involve:
- Loading refuse and recycling lorries
- Handling bulky items manually
- Delivering or uplifting containers
This role demands heavy labouring outdoors in all weather conditions. Previous experience is desirable, though full training is provided. Applicants must supply their own safety boots; remaining PPE is furnished. Join a crew handling essential waste services across the region.
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Refuse Loader / Waste Operative
Location: Thurso
Position Type: Temporary
Pay rate: £14.12 per hour
Hours:
- Monday/Tuesday/Thursday: 7.30am – 4.00pm
- Wednesday: 7.30am – 2.00pm
- Friday: 7.30am - 3:00pm
Our public sector client located in Wick is looking for Community Works Operatives/Refuse Loaders on a temporary basis starting in early April. Experience is desirable, however full training will be given.
Please be aware this role involves heavy duty labouring, and you will be required to work outdoors in all weathers.
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You will require your own safety boots for this position; however, all other necessary PPE will be provided by the client.
Key Duties And Responsibilities
- Working as part of a team
- Loading behind refuse/recycling lorry
- Manual lifting of bulky items, etc.
- Deliver/uplift recycling/refuse containers
- Delivery of advisory leaflets
- Clear fly tipping, etc
- Uplift of dead animals/birds/mammals, etc.
- Any other work as directed by supervisor/foreman
To be considered for this role, please apply online now with your up-to-date CV.
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