Recycling Officer, BT35

In light of the on-going Reform of Local Government and the establishment of the new Newry, Mourne and Down District Council, it is expected that role will evolve and transform with on-going changes. The post holder will therefore be expected to be flexible and adaptable to meet the changing needs and requirements of the organisation, and duties and responsibilities may vary without changing the purpose of the job or level of responsibility. Main Purpose of Post/Job Summary Working within the Environmental Cleansing Service (Refuse Service) the postholder will be required to provide, in a safe and effective manner, a quality and effective recycling service at the Civic Amenity and Recycling Centres, in all weather conditions. Duties and Responsibilities 1. Responsible for the operation of the Civic Amenity and Recycling Centre and the promotion of recycling to all site users. 1. Cash handling in accordance with procedures, for all monies received at skip sites, to include issue of receipts and deposit of monies to safe. Collection and recording of all prepaid vouchers presented by commercial customers using the site. 1. Cash handling in accordance with procedures, for all monies received at skip sites, to include issue of receipts and deposit of monies to safe. Collection and recording of all prepaid vouchers presented by commercial customers using the site. 1. Responsible for the upkeep and cleansing of the site and its surrounds to include the site office and facilities. 1. Responsible for the general maintenance of the approach road and verge in the immediate vicinity of the site, which is under Council control, e.g. spreading of salt. 1. Completion of all associated records and paperwork as required, including site records and issue of Controlled Waste transfer notes. 1. Ensure the skip site is opened each morning and locked each evening as appropriate, ensuring that the alarm system is activated accordingly. 1. Operation of CCTV recording system as required. 1. Ensure that materials are separated and placed in relevant skips, eg, timber, metal, green waste, in order to promote recycling on the site. 1. Responsible for application and monitoring of on-site pest control and insect control measures. 1. Operation of a full range of compactors, e.g. electrical and mechanical. Education / Qualifications Current ordinary driving licence (Category B & E).?Hold NVQ Level 2 Waste Management Qualification Application Form CertificatesDriving Licence Experience Have at least 1 year?s relevant experience in the Waste Management Industry. Have a working knowledge of waste separation and recycling initiatives. 1 Years? experience working in a customer facing role Experience of working with mechanical equipment while in the presence of members of the public and traffic