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Refuse Loader

Job details
Posting date: 13 November 2025
Salary: £25,583 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 23 November 2025
Location: Arnold, Nottingham
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Gedling Borough Council
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: DRR06K

Summary

We are looking for a Refuse Loader to join our Waste & Street Care Team.

You will be part of a team responsible for the collection of glass recycling containers and wheeled bins from domestic and trade properties, along with collection of special waste and cleaning spills as necessary within the areas covered by Gedling Borough Council.

You must have experience of being part of a team, and of dealing with customers and customer care, with good social skills to communicate with customers in a friendly and respectful manner. Previous refuse loading experience is desirable.

You will receive training to comply with health and safety for yourself, colleagues and members of the public.

In return we offer:
27 days Holiday, rising to 30 after 5 years (plus bank holidays)
Local Government Pension
Discounts on retail shops
Significant discount on Gym Membership at Gedling’s Leisure Centres
Employee Assistance Programme – wellbeing support, free financial & legal advice
Long service awards
Training and development
Staff Events

Closing date for completed applications is Sunday 23rd November 2025 at midnight.

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