Operative

Job Reference: liverpoolcitycouncil/TP/42657/1827

Number of Positions: 6

Contract Type: Fixed Term Full Time

Working Hours: 35

Location: Citywide. Newton Road, Liverpool, L13 3HS

Closing Date: 23/05/2026

Job Category: Refuse & Recycling

Region / Division: Liverpool

Business Unit: Neighbourhoods & Housing

Job Introduction

Job title: Operative

• The role of Operative involves working city-wide as part of the Recycling and Waste Service. This role of Operative involves carrying out safe, timely and efficient waste collections using a full range of manual and mechanical methods of operation, working closely with colleagues to ensure high service standards are maintained across the city.
• As part of the role of Operative you will be required to present items for collection to the vehicle using appropriate tools and safe manual handling methods and where appropriate safely operate the vehicle mechanism for loading and emptying and return waste receptacles to place of origin once emptied.
• In the role of Operative you will be required to carry out multiple collections each day ensuring collections are completed in line with targets. As part of this role you will be required to work in an outdoor environment all year round. This role includes repetitive tasks and includes walking for long periods of time.

Our offer to you

• At least 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 32 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) – option to purchase further days
• Agile working (role dependent) – a ‘Flexibility First’ approach to agile working, where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception
• Part of the Local Government Pension Scheme – option to join the AVC Scheme
• Progression – opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning
• Health and Wellbeing – offer including Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes
• Drive Time – a salary sacrifice car lease scheme
• Family friendly policies with enhanced leave
• Discounted Gym Memberships
• Employee Volunteering Scheme

Equal Opportunities Employer

Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities. To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under-represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.

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