Waste Management Technician
| Posting date: | 14 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £15.0 to £17.0 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | Up to £17 p/hr |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 February 2026 |
| Location: | Leicester, Leicestershire, le11qh |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 4761168_1768382786 |
Summary
Your new company
You will be joining a forward-thinking Waste Management Service, committed to delivering high-quality waste operations and compliance across multiple sites. The team is focused on innovation, safety, and excellent customer service.
Your new role
As a Waste Management Technician, you will play a key role in supporting operational and compliance functions. Your responsibilities will include:
- Handling low-level customer complaints (face-to-face, phone, email).
- Using MS Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint) for data entry, reporting, and presentations.
- Assisting with supervision of low/medium value waste-related contracts.
- Supporting development of Health & Safety and Quality Management systems.
- Delivering training packages and assisting operatives with online learning.
- Assisting with recruitment processes.
- Operating weighbridge systems (training provided).
- Managing stock control and ordering.
- Wearing PPE and Body Worn Camera (reasonable adjustments considered).
This is a technical role, requiring strong Excel skills and the ability to quickly learn software packages such as Weighbridge systems, H&S incident recording software, and waste management data systems. Technical skills may be tested at interview.
The base will be Whetstone/ Hybrid, with flexibility for home working subject to performance. Attendance at Whetstone and other local sites is vital. Both full-time and positions are available.
What you'll need to succeed
Essential:
- Strong IT skills and proficiency in MS Office.
- Good interpersonal, communication, numeracy, and literacy skills.
- Experience dealing with customers and delivering training.
- Valid UK driving licence (up to 3.5 tonnes), own vehicle, and business insurance.
Desirable:
- Certificate of Technical Competence (WAMITAB CoTC Level 4 or above).
- Knowledge of waste management, local government processes, and waste legislation.
- Experience in project planning, technical support, budget monitoring, and operating plant (Loading Shovel, Telehandler, FLT, JCB).
What you'll get in return
- Competitive PAYE rate of £15-£17 per hour
- 37 hours per week (Monday-Friday, occasional weekends).
- Mileage and expenses claimable (excluding commuting).
- PPE and uniform provided.
- Hybrid working options available.
- Opportunity to work on a 6-month contract with strong potential for extension.
What you need to do now
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