Refuse Collector
Coventry, England, United Kingdom · Full Time
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- Applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK; sponsorship is not available. The council welcomes applications from diverse groups but selection is based on merit. Support is available for applicants requiring assistance with their applications.
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About Us and Our Values
At Coventry City Council, our commitment is embodied in our One Coventry Values, designed to foster inclusivity and diversity across all levels of our workforce. We strive to ensure our team reflects the community's diversity and welcome applications especially from minority ethnic groups, LGBT+, disabled, and neurodiverse individuals. Our core values include being open and fair, nurturing development, engaging collaboratively, innovating continuously, taking ownership, and championing respect and diversity.
Role Overview
Our Waste Services Team provides vital support to over 126,000 households by managing domestic, recycling, and garden waste collections, completing more than 9 million collections annually and handling upwards of 100,000 tonnes of waste. The team also promotes environmental awareness through campaigns and education to enhance sustainable and efficient services. We have multiple openings for Waste Refuse Collectors to serve residents in Coventry, Nuneaton & Bedworth, and support Commercial Services. We encourage applications from women and minority ethnic groups to diversify our workforce, though all applicants are considered on merit. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK, as sponsorship is not available.
Responsibilities
- Collect residential and commercial waste safely and efficiently.
- Contribute to promoting recycling and waste reduction initiatives.
- Follow health and safety guidelines rigorously in all working conditions.
- Participate in occasional weekend and bank holiday shifts as required.
Candidate Requirements
- Physical fitness capable of walking 12 miles or more per day in varying weather conditions.
- A strong work ethic and reliability.
- Ability to comprehend health and safety instructions in English (English need not be first language).
Work Hours and Shifts
- Domestic collections: shifts start at 7:00 AM, Tuesday to Friday, 37 hours per week.
- Nuneaton & Bedworth Borough Council (NBBC): shifts start at 6:30 AM, Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week.
Additional Information
- Assessment dates are scheduled for 18th and 19th August 2027.
- Interviews will take place the week commencing 24th August 2026.
- Applicants who have previously applied are requested not to reapply.
- Support is available for applicants needing assistance with the application.
- A Guaranteed Interview Scheme is available for members of the Armed Forces and veterans, individuals currently or formerly in care, and those who identify as disabled or have a long-term health condition, provided they meet minimum role requirements.
About Coventry
Coventry is a vibrant, creative city known for innovation and community spirit. The city is youthful and diverse, embracing excellence in service. The council employs around 5,100 staff from varied backgrounds, promoting responsibility, collaboration, and customer focus. We offer competitive rewards and benefits to our employees.