Loader based at Alnwick

You will provide an efficient and effective refuse collection and recycling service to remove household, industrial and commercial waste producers in accordance with predetermined schedules and Council policy.

You must have relevant knowledge of the range of tasks, together with the operation of associated tools and equipment and an appreciation and interest in the need for the service. You will have the strength, dexterity and co-ordination to manoeuvre bins and operate hydraulics and the specialist skills associated with the operation of the hydraulic equipment. You must be able to cope with the regular high level of physical demands and have the ability to maintain general awareness to ensure safe working conditions.

This is a permanent, full time contract.

For a more comprehensive list of duties applicable to this post please see the Job Description and Person Specification here

We are offering:

- A starting salary of £18,887 (Band 2 £18,887 - £19,264)

- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (or other pension scheme)

- A wide range of staff benefits including a competitive annual leave provision

For guidance on completing your application and for information about our Equality and Diversity principles, please check the Northumberland Council Website.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. If you wish to notify us of your eligibility for this scheme please email hrrecruitment@northumberland.gov.uk with your name and the job title you have applied for and one of the recruitment team will ensure this is factored in the shortlisting process and kept anonymous. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format or would like us to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to attend an interview please also let the team know.

Closing sate for applications is midnight on 26th August 2022