Job Description

Waste Operative - Band 3 (General Industrial) Employer: Darlington Borough Council

Location: Depot, DL1 4QB, Darlington

Job Type: Temporary

Pay Rate: £13.26 per hour

Hours: 37 hours per week

Working Pattern Monday to Friday

07:00 - 16:45

Contract Dates Start Date: Thursday, 21 May 2026

End Date: Friday, 31 July 2026

About the Role Darlington Borough Council is seeking a reliable and hardworking Waste Operative to join its Environmental Services team on a temporary basis. The successful candidate will support waste collection and recycling services across the Darlington area.

Key Duties

Assisting with refuse and recycling collections

Loading waste and recycling materials safely and efficiently

Supporting drivers and depot operations

Maintaining health and safety standards

Providing excellent service to residents and businesses Requirements

Good level of physical fitness

Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions

Reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious

Teamwork and communication skills

Previous waste, industrial, or outdoor work experience is beneficial but not essential Additional Information

1 position available

Immediate temporary opportunity

Full-time hours with regular weekday shifts