Bin worker

Entry Requirements:

You can get into this job through:

• an apprenticeship
• applying directly

Entry requirements:

Entry requirements:

Apprenticeship

You could get into this job through an intermediate waste resource operative apprenticeship.

This apprenticeship typically takes 12 months to complete as as mix of learning in the workplace and off-the-job training.

Entry requirements:

• some GCSEs, usually including English and maths, or equivalent, for an intermediate apprenticeship

DirectApplication

You could apply directly to job vacancies. Employers set their own entry requirements.

Required Skills:

Digital skills : to be able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device

Skills:

• customer service skills
• patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
• the ability to work on your own
• physical skills like movement, coordination and dexterity
• the ability to work well with others
• to be thorough and pay attention to detail
• the ability to organise your time and workload
• the ability to use, repair and maintain machines and tools
• knowledge of public safety and security
• the ability to accept criticism and work well under pressure
• knowledge of transport methods, costs and benefits
• excellent verbal communication skills
• the ability to work well with your hands
• the ability to think clearly using logic and reasoning
• the ability to operate and control equipment
• observation and recording skills
• knowledge of teaching and the ability to design courses
• thinking and reasoning skills
• leadership skills
• concentration skills

What you'll do:

Bin workers remove waste and recycling from homes or businesses.

You could:

• collect rubbish and recycling from homes or businesses
• use a lifting mechanism to transfer rubbish to the bin lorry
• operate a waste compactor
• sort recycling at the kerbside
• drive a bin lorry safely
• help unload the waste at designated facilities
• record the amount of waste you've collected

Location : You could work in the community or at a waste recycling site.
Environment : Your working environment may be outdoors in all weathers, physically demanding and dirty.
Uniform : You may need to wear protective clothing.

Salary:

Starter : £17,000
Experienced : £25,000

These figures are a guide

Working hours:

38 - 40 hours a week

Working Pattern is evenings / weekends / bank holidays on shifts

Career Path:

With experience, you could progress to team leader or supervisor.

With further training you could become a waste management officer or recycling officer.