Aligra Bristol
Refuse Loader / Waste Operative
Bristol | Full-Time |
Are you looking for an active, hands-on role with a company committed to keeping Bristol clean and sustainable? We are recruiting Refuse Loaders / Waste Operatives to join a well-established recycling team, collecting waste and recycling from approximately 700 residential properties per day.
If you have previously worked with Bristol City Council, SUEZ, or Biffa, this could be an excellent opportunity to continue building your career in environmental services.
What’s in It for You?
- Consistent working hours: Monday to Friday, 07:00 – 15:30
- 30-minute unpaid lunch break
- Temp-to-perm opportunity: Potential to secure a permanent contract after 12 weeks
- Work as part of a supportive and experienced team
- Gain valuable experience in waste management and recycling services
- Ongoing training and hands-on support from management
- A role that contributes directly to community sustainability
Key Responsibilities:
- Collect recycling and waste safely and efficiently from residential properties
- Assist with the operation of waste collection vehicles
- Ensure all materials are handled correctly and responsibly
- Follow all health & safety procedures at all times
- Work closely with team members to meet daily collection targets
- Represent the company professionally when interacting with the public
- Report any operational or equipment issues promptly
What We’re Looking For:
- Previous refuse, recycling, or outdoor manual work experience is beneficial but not essential
- Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
- Reliable, punctual, and committed to attendance
- Strong team player with good communication skills
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
About Aligra
Founded in 2007, Aligra is a specialist recruitment provider working with some of the UK’s leading logistics, manufacturing, and service businesses.
We recruit across Driving & Industrial, Automotive & Engineering, Hospitality, and Professional sectors, connecting reliable people with long-term opportunities.
We’re recruiting Refuse Loaders / Waste Operatives for a full-time role in Bristol, supporting a busy recycling and waste collection team covering around 700 residential properties per day. Hours are Monday to Friday, 07:00–15:30 (30-minute unpaid lunch). This is a temp-to-perm opportunity, with the potential to move onto a permanent contract after 12 weeks.
- Monday to friday day shifts 07:00–15:30
- Temp-to-perm opportunity after 12 weeks
- Active outdoor role collecting waste and recycling
- Supportive team and hands-on management
- Ongoing training and experience in waste management and recycling
- Make a direct impact on local sustainability
You’ll enjoy consistent weekday hours and an active job that keeps you moving, working as part of a supportive and experienced crew. With training and day-to-day backing from management, it’s a great chance to build long-term experience in environmental services. The temp-to-perm pathway also offers stability and the opportunity to secure a permanent role.