Location
Grays

Hours
Permanent Contract, 37 Hours per Week

Salary
£27,435 - £29,715 per annum, Grade B

About the Role
We are looking for a reliable, self-motivated individual to join the Waste & Recycling Team as a Waste Collection Assistant. As part of a small crew, you will need good communication and customer service skills to engage with colleagues and members of the public in a polite and professional manner. You must be a team player, quick learner and able to carry out a range of duties including the use of vehicle in-cab devices, moving, handling and loading refuse, recycling, garden and food waste. You will be expected to work with minimum supervision. The role involves operating machinery and heavy manual labour, so you must be physically fit and mobile.

Benefits of Working with Us
At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, Local Government Pension Scheme, flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable), ongoing training and professional development, employee assistance programme and wellbeing support, staff discounts and local offers, and a supportive and inclusive working environment.

Experience
Previous experience is not explicitly required; however, the ability to learn quickly and work effectively as part of a team is essential.

About you
You should be reliable, self-motivated, physically fit and mobile to carry out heavy manual labour and operate machinery safely. Good communication and customer service skills are necessary to interact professionally with colleagues and the public. You must be able to work with minimum supervision and demonstrate a positive, team-oriented attitude.

Qualifications
No specific qualifications are required for this role.