Waste Resource Management Chargehand

The Waste Resource Management Chargehand position centres on ensure procedures and policies to manage risk are implemented within the 3 February 2026 department and investigate accidents/incidents to ensure Council compliance with corporate. It would suit someone who can bring ownership, clear communication, and practical organisation to the role.

Who the work supports

4 weekly rotation to include 2 weekends within the 4 weeks. • A minimum of 5 GCSEs (Grades A-C) to include English and Maths or equivalent.

How support shows up

Ensure procedures and policies to manage risk are implemented within the 3 February 2026 department and investigate accidents/incidents to ensure Council compliance with corporate. Monitoring and maintain high quality standards of recyclable material collected at the Household Recycling Centres. Assisting in the maintaining of records and report information relating to the performance of the Household Recycling Centres, Fleet, Plant and Equipment.

What needs to be in place

• Consideration may be given to those candidates who do not hold the above academic qualifications but who can demonstrate a minimum of 2 years’ experience as below.
• A minimum of 1 years’ relevant supervisory experience e.g. refuse collection, street cleansing, household recycling centre.
• To ensure the services are carried out in accordance with the Quality Standards set by the Council.

Job details

• Duration: Temporary Contract, 3 months with review to extend as required covering sickness absence.
• Hourly Rate: £15.31 per hour (£17.68 with allowance).
• Monday - Sunday shift pattern.
• Recycling Centre, O'Neill Road, Newtownabbey.

Requirements mentioned

• First Aid