Waste & Recycling Operative
Pertemps · Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
Waste & Recycling Operative at Pertemps, based in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, paying £14.49 per hour. This is a temporary role.
- Salary
- £14.49 per hour
- Location
- Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
- Contract
- Temporary
- Posted
- 2 months ago
- Closes
- 16 Oct 2026
- Sector
- Local Government
41% below the typical rate for local government
Reference 770200003
About the role
Waste & Recycling Operative
Immediate Start | £14.49 per hour | Temporary to Permanent Opportunity
Looking for a reliable full-time job with an immediate start?
Pertemps are recruiting Waste & Recycling Operatives on behalf of Buckinghamshire Council to join their friendly Neighbourhood Services team in Aylesbury.
Whether you're looking to gain work experience, between jobs, or hoping to secure a permanent position, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected local authority while working outdoors as part of a supportive team.
What you'll receive
The role
As a Waste & Recycling Operative, you'll work alongside an experienced team collecting household waste and recycling across Buckinghamshire.
Your day will include:
This is an active role that will keep you on your feet throughout the day, making it ideal for someone who enjoys physical work and being outside.
We're looking for people who are:
Previous experience isn't essential. If you're hardworking, dependable and willing to learn, we'd love to hear from you.
Interview and start dates
Interviews will take place during the week commencing 13th July, with successful candidates able to start shortly afterwards.
The depot is conveniently located close to Aylesbury town centre with excellent public transport links and easy access from the M25, M1, M4 and M40.
About Buckinghamshire Council
Buckinghamshire Council is committed to providing excellent services for local communities. As part of the Neighbourhood Services team, you'll be making a real difference every day while working in an organisation that values its people.
Employees enjoy:
Apply today
We're recruiting multiple positions, and vacancies may close once enough applications have been received.
If you're looking for a full-time temporary role with excellent pay, immediate starts and the opportunity to progress into permanent employment, we'd love to hear from you.
Immediate Start | £14.49 per hour | Temporary to Permanent Opportunity
Looking for a reliable full-time job with an immediate start?
Pertemps are recruiting Waste & Recycling Operatives on behalf of Buckinghamshire Council to join their friendly Neighbourhood Services team in Aylesbury.
Whether you're looking to gain work experience, between jobs, or hoping to secure a permanent position, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected local authority while working outdoors as part of a supportive team.
What you'll receive
- £14.49 per hour
- Monday to Friday working pattern (44.25 hours per week) with occasional Saturdays
- Temporary role with the opportunity to become permanent after 12 weeks
- Immediate starts available
- Full training provided
- Work for Buckinghamshire Council through one of the UK's leading recruitment agencies
- Be part of a team that helps keep local communities clean and safe
The role
As a Waste & Recycling Operative, you'll work alongside an experienced team collecting household waste and recycling across Buckinghamshire.
Your day will include:
- Collecting household refuse, recycling, food, garden and clinical waste
- Delivering and collecting household bins
- Working safely and efficiently as part of a team
- Providing a vital service to local residents
- Working outdoors in all weather conditions
This is an active role that will keep you on your feet throughout the day, making it ideal for someone who enjoys physical work and being outside.
We're looking for people who are:
- Reliable and punctual
- Happy working outdoors in all weather
- Physically fit and enjoy active work
- Able to work well as part of a team
- Friendly with good communication skills
- Ready to start work immediately
Previous experience isn't essential. If you're hardworking, dependable and willing to learn, we'd love to hear from you.
Interview and start dates
Interviews will take place during the week commencing 13th July, with successful candidates able to start shortly afterwards.
The depot is conveniently located close to Aylesbury town centre with excellent public transport links and easy access from the M25, M1, M4 and M40.
About Buckinghamshire Council
Buckinghamshire Council is committed to providing excellent services for local communities. As part of the Neighbourhood Services team, you'll be making a real difference every day while working in an organisation that values its people.
Employees enjoy:
- A welcoming and inclusive working environment
- Opportunities to progress into permanent roles
- Ongoing support and training
- Health and wellbeing initiatives
- Team fundraising and social activities
Apply today
We're recruiting multiple positions, and vacancies may close once enough applications have been received.
If you're looking for a full-time temporary role with excellent pay, immediate starts and the opportunity to progress into permanent employment, we'd love to hear from you.
Reference: 770200003 · Posted 2 months ago · Closes 16 Oct 2026 · Listed via Pertemps
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