Waste Collection Assistant

Grade B
Permanent Contract
37 Hours per Week
We are looking for a reliable, self-motivated individual to join the Waste & Recycling Team as a Waste Collection Assistant.
As a Waste Collection Assistant of a small crew, you will have good communication and customer service skills to enable you 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: Use of the vehicles in cab devices, moving, handling and loading of refuse , recycling, garden and food waste. You will be expected to to work with minimum supervision.
The work involves operating machinery and heavy manual labour therefore 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
• A supportive and inclusive working environment

DBS Check: Not Required for this post
Advert Closing Date

• Redeployment Only: 8th October 2026
• Internal & External: 18th October 2026
• Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

Additional Information
Please contact Samantha Murphy, Waste Operations Manager on [email hidden] for more information or an informal chat about the post or interview process.
To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:
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