Job Title: Estate Services Mobile Operative Location: North London Rate: 14.80 per hour (PAYE) / 18.71 per hour (Umbrella) Contract Type: Permanent About the Role: We are seeking an Estate Services Mobile Operative to work as part of a mobile team, covering weekends on a rota basis. You will carry out bulk refuse collections, minor repairs, caretaking duties, and operate machinery to maintain high standards across estates. Key Responsibilities: Work as part of a mobile team, including weekends, to ensure efficient service delivery. Drive and load bulk refuse collection vehicles, collecting and disposing of refuse at designated sites. Carry out minor repairs, deep cleans (using machinery like pressure washers), and general estate duties. Provide relief caretaking and assist with litter picking, manual road sweeping, and emergency clean-ups. Operate vehicles, machinery, and equipment safely, adhering to health and safety requirements. Transport goods and materials between sites as directed. Maintain vehicle safety, cleanliness, and perform daily safety checks. Report incidents, accidents, or unsafe working methods to the line manager. Assist with seasonal tasks such as leaf clearance and gritting. Requirements: Experience operating bulk refuse vehicles and machinery. Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation relevant to caretaking and estate cleaning. Ability to carry out minor repairs and manual handling tasks. Ability to work weekends and evenings as required. Full, clean, and valid UK driving licence with the ability to drive a tipper van and fleet vehicles. If this sounds suitable for you, or someone you know, please send an updated copy of your CV to Sean Cloherty at Elevate Projects so we can discuss further.
Aug 16, 2026
Contractor
Job Title: Estate Services Mobile Operative Location: North London Rate: 14.80 per hour (PAYE) / 18.71 per hour (Umbrella) Contract Type: Permanent About the Role: We are seeking an Estate Services Mobile Operative to work as part of a mobile team, covering weekends on a rota basis. You will carry out bulk refuse collections, minor repairs, caretaking duties, and operate machinery to maintain high standards across estates. Key Responsibilities: Work as part of a mobile team, including weekends, to ensure efficient service delivery. Drive and load bulk refuse collection vehicles, collecting and disposing of refuse at designated sites. Carry out minor repairs, deep cleans (using machinery like pressure washers), and general estate duties. Provide relief caretaking and assist with litter picking, manual road sweeping, and emergency clean-ups. Operate vehicles, machinery, and equipment safely, adhering to health and safety requirements. Transport goods and materials between sites as directed. Maintain vehicle safety, cleanliness, and perform daily safety checks. Report incidents, accidents, or unsafe working methods to the line manager. Assist with seasonal tasks such as leaf clearance and gritting. Requirements: Experience operating bulk refuse vehicles and machinery. Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation relevant to caretaking and estate cleaning. Ability to carry out minor repairs and manual handling tasks. Ability to work weekends and evenings as required. Full, clean, and valid UK driving licence with the ability to drive a tipper van and fleet vehicles. If this sounds suitable for you, or someone you know, please send an updated copy of your CV to Sean Cloherty at Elevate Projects so we can discuss further.
Recycling Operatives Rugby (Apply online only) Mon - Fri £13.47 p/hour Full Time - Ongoing Agency Starting Monday 17th August 2026 We are looking for several refuse loaders to join our client s busy waste collection service. You will be collecting waste from industrial , commercial , and residential properties across the borough. Requirements: Based in Rugby Good awareness of health and safety Happy with an outdoors, all weathers role Ability to work well within a team of 4 Please note: Succesful candidates may be subject to a basic DBS check APPLY NOW Applying is easy, just respond back to this advert with an up to date CV and you will receive a call from an 01455 number.
Aug 14, 2026
Seasonal
Recycling Operatives Rugby (Apply online only) Mon - Fri £13.47 p/hour Full Time - Ongoing Agency Starting Monday 17th August 2026 We are looking for several refuse loaders to join our client s busy waste collection service. You will be collecting waste from industrial , commercial , and residential properties across the borough. Requirements: Based in Rugby Good awareness of health and safety Happy with an outdoors, all weathers role Ability to work well within a team of 4 Please note: Succesful candidates may be subject to a basic DBS check APPLY NOW Applying is easy, just respond back to this advert with an up to date CV and you will receive a call from an 01455 number.
HGV Class 2 Driver Team Leader (Waste & Recycling) £17.57 per hour Immediate Start Temporary to Permanent Opportunity Are you an experienced Class 2 Driver looking for your next opportunity? Pertemps are recruiting on behalf of Buckinghamshire Council for an experienced HGV Class 2 Driver Team Leader to join the Neighbourhood Services team in Aylesbury. This is an excellent opportunity to combine professional driving with team leadership, helping to deliver an essential service to local communities while supporting a team of Waste & Recycling Operatives. What you'll receive £17.57 per hour Monday to Friday working pattern (44.25 hours per week) Occasional Saturday working Temporary role with the opportunity to become permanent Immediate start available Work for Buckinghamshire Council through one of the UK's leading recruitment agencies Join a supportive team delivering an essential frontline service Location: Recycling & Waste Services, 18 Pembroke Road, Aylesbury, HP20 1DB About the role As a Driver Team Leader, you'll be responsible for safely operating a refuse collection vehicle while leading a crew of Waste & Recycling Operatives throughout your daily collection route. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll ensure collections are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard while maintaining excellent health and safety practices. Your responsibilities will include: Safely driving and operating a refuse collection vehicle Leading and supporting your collection crew throughout the working day Ensuring all work is carried out in line with health and safety procedures Monitoring safe working practices and promoting a positive safety culture Completing daily vehicle checks and reporting any defects Ensuring collections are completed efficiently and on schedule Working closely with supervisors and colleagues to resolve any issues on route Providing excellent service to local residents and businesses About you To be successful in this role, you'll have: A valid HGV Class 2 driving licence A valid Driver CPC qualification Previous experience driving HGV Class 2 vehicles Experience leading or supervising a team, or the confidence to take responsibility for a small crew Good communication and organisational skills A strong commitment to health and safety A positive, reliable and professional approach Experience within waste collection, highways or environmental services would be beneficial but is not essential. About Buckinghamshire Council Buckinghamshire Council is committed to delivering high-quality services to local communities and values employees who take pride in making a difference. By joining the team, you'll benefit from: A welcoming and inclusive working environment The opportunity to secure a permanent position Ongoing support and development Health and wellbeing initiatives Team fundraising and social events The opportunity to play a key role in delivering vital public services Apply today We're recruiting immediately for this position and applications will be reviewed as they're received. If you're an experienced Class 2 Driver looking for a role that offers responsibility, leadership and the opportunity to join Buckinghamshire Council, we'd love to hear from you.
Aug 11, 2026
Full time
HGV Class 2 Driver Team Leader (Waste & Recycling) £17.57 per hour Immediate Start Temporary to Permanent Opportunity Are you an experienced Class 2 Driver looking for your next opportunity? Pertemps are recruiting on behalf of Buckinghamshire Council for an experienced HGV Class 2 Driver Team Leader to join the Neighbourhood Services team in Aylesbury. This is an excellent opportunity to combine professional driving with team leadership, helping to deliver an essential service to local communities while supporting a team of Waste & Recycling Operatives. What you'll receive £17.57 per hour Monday to Friday working pattern (44.25 hours per week) Occasional Saturday working Temporary role with the opportunity to become permanent Immediate start available Work for Buckinghamshire Council through one of the UK's leading recruitment agencies Join a supportive team delivering an essential frontline service Location: Recycling & Waste Services, 18 Pembroke Road, Aylesbury, HP20 1DB About the role As a Driver Team Leader, you'll be responsible for safely operating a refuse collection vehicle while leading a crew of Waste & Recycling Operatives throughout your daily collection route. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll ensure collections are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard while maintaining excellent health and safety practices. Your responsibilities will include: Safely driving and operating a refuse collection vehicle Leading and supporting your collection crew throughout the working day Ensuring all work is carried out in line with health and safety procedures Monitoring safe working practices and promoting a positive safety culture Completing daily vehicle checks and reporting any defects Ensuring collections are completed efficiently and on schedule Working closely with supervisors and colleagues to resolve any issues on route Providing excellent service to local residents and businesses About you To be successful in this role, you'll have: A valid HGV Class 2 driving licence A valid Driver CPC qualification Previous experience driving HGV Class 2 vehicles Experience leading or supervising a team, or the confidence to take responsibility for a small crew Good communication and organisational skills A strong commitment to health and safety A positive, reliable and professional approach Experience within waste collection, highways or environmental services would be beneficial but is not essential. About Buckinghamshire Council Buckinghamshire Council is committed to delivering high-quality services to local communities and values employees who take pride in making a difference. By joining the team, you'll benefit from: A welcoming and inclusive working environment The opportunity to secure a permanent position Ongoing support and development Health and wellbeing initiatives Team fundraising and social events The opportunity to play a key role in delivering vital public services Apply today We're recruiting immediately for this position and applications will be reviewed as they're received. If you're an experienced Class 2 Driver looking for a role that offers responsibility, leadership and the opportunity to join Buckinghamshire Council, we'd love to hear from you.
HGV Drivers with CPC Card are required for ongoing temporary work in Chelmsford. Our client is looking for hard-working, reliable staff to drive around Chelmsford removing waste and recyclable from homes and businesses and take away for disposal or recycling. If you are physically fit and work well in a team, this job is for you. In this role you will need to work quickly and cleanly and remain polite and professional with the public. Be upbeat, proactive and positive, with a 'can-do' attitude. You must also have a flexible approach to work and changing circumstances. Work activities include: - collecting residential waste and recycling in Chelmsford - moving bags, wheelie bins and recycling bins and boxes - using a lifting mechanism to tip the waste from bins into the lorry - reporting any problems with waste collections - help waste collection operatives with collections 2 years HGV driving experience required but not essential. Working hours: 6:30/7am start - 9.25 hours a day (job and finish) Tuesday to Friday 37 hours a week (overtime available depending on workload) What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact Alex at Hays in Chelmsford for a confidential discussion on your career. INDEOE Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Jul 21, 2026
Seasonal
HGV Drivers with CPC Card are required for ongoing temporary work in Chelmsford. Our client is looking for hard-working, reliable staff to drive around Chelmsford removing waste and recyclable from homes and businesses and take away for disposal or recycling. If you are physically fit and work well in a team, this job is for you. In this role you will need to work quickly and cleanly and remain polite and professional with the public. Be upbeat, proactive and positive, with a 'can-do' attitude. You must also have a flexible approach to work and changing circumstances. Work activities include: - collecting residential waste and recycling in Chelmsford - moving bags, wheelie bins and recycling bins and boxes - using a lifting mechanism to tip the waste from bins into the lorry - reporting any problems with waste collections - help waste collection operatives with collections 2 years HGV driving experience required but not essential. Working hours: 6:30/7am start - 9.25 hours a day (job and finish) Tuesday to Friday 37 hours a week (overtime available depending on workload) What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact Alex at Hays in Chelmsford for a confidential discussion on your career. INDEOE Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
As a Trade Waste Operative / Collector, you will play a key part in ensuring our trade waste customers receive a reliable and professional service. Working as part of a crew, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient collection of waste and recycling, helping to keep our communities clean and sustainable. Key accountabilities: Collect wheelie bins and sacks from customer sites in a safe and timely manner. Load bins onto the refuse vehicle using the automatic lifting and tipping mechanism. Operate controls at the back of the vehicle to compact and process waste. Assist the Driver in manoeuvring the vehicle by giving directions and hand signals where required. Provide excellent customer service and deal with any queries in a polite and professional manner. Wear appropriate PPE at all times, including weatherproof reflective clothing and protective gloves. Follow all Health & Safety guidelines and report any hazards or incidents immediately. Experience and Skills: Physically fit and able to lift, push, and pull heavy bins and bags throughout the day. Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions. Team player with good communication skills. Positive can-do attitude Reliable, punctual, and able to work early morning shifts.
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
As a Trade Waste Operative / Collector, you will play a key part in ensuring our trade waste customers receive a reliable and professional service. Working as part of a crew, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient collection of waste and recycling, helping to keep our communities clean and sustainable. Key accountabilities: Collect wheelie bins and sacks from customer sites in a safe and timely manner. Load bins onto the refuse vehicle using the automatic lifting and tipping mechanism. Operate controls at the back of the vehicle to compact and process waste. Assist the Driver in manoeuvring the vehicle by giving directions and hand signals where required. Provide excellent customer service and deal with any queries in a polite and professional manner. Wear appropriate PPE at all times, including weatherproof reflective clothing and protective gloves. Follow all Health & Safety guidelines and report any hazards or incidents immediately. Experience and Skills: Physically fit and able to lift, push, and pull heavy bins and bags throughout the day. Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions. Team player with good communication skills. Positive can-do attitude Reliable, punctual, and able to work early morning shifts.
