The Best Connection
Refuse Loader
Refuse Loader at The Best Connection, based in Burton-on-Trent, paying £12.85 - £13.24 per hour. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £12.85 - £13.24 per hour
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Burton-on-Trent
- Closing date
- Sector
- Cleaning & Facilities
33% below the typical rate for cleaning & facilities
Reference 577908366451742855
About the role
The Best Connection has grown to become a leader in delivering flexible workforce solutions to the UK's industrial, construction, driving, retail and warehouse & distribution sectors. Our aim is to find the best job fit for candidates and our clients. We achieve this every day for thousands of people up and down the UK by painstakingly matching individual requirements to opportunities. If you are happy - so are we!
As a Refuse Loader, you'll be part of a vital frontline service, collecting household waste, recycling, and garden waste from residential properties across the borough. You'll work as part of a small team, supporting the driver and fellow loaders to complete daily rounds efficiently and safely.
Duties:
* Collecting and loading waste and recycling bins onto refuse collection vehicles
* Ensuring waste is collected in line with council guidelines and schedules
* Reporting any issues such as missed collections, damaged bins, or contamination
* Maintaining high standards of health and safety at all times
* Providing excellent service to residents and representing the council positively
What We're Looking For:
* This is a physically demanding, outdoor role.
* A team player with a strong work ethic and reliability
* Punctual, respectful, and safety-conscious
* Previous experience in a similar role is helpful but not essential - full training provided
Hours Of Work:
* Monday - Friday, 06:00 - 13:54
Pay Rate
* £12.85, Weeks 1-12
* £13.24, Weeks 13 onwards
* Overtime paid after 37 hours.
The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Reference: 577908366451742855 · Posted 11 hours ago · Closes 28 Nov 2026 · Listed via The Best Connection
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