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Waste Resource Management (Recycling Centre)

Posted 01/05/2026

Up to £17.68 per hour

Newtownabbey

Temporary

Public Sector

Job Description

MCS Group is currently seeking a Waste Resource Management Chargehand for a position within a Key Public Body. This role is based across various Recycling Centres within the borough, including Bruslee, Craigmore, Crumlin, Newpark, and O'Neill Centres.

You will lead the day-to-day supervision of Household Recycling Centres, ensuring services meet high-quality standards and remain legally compliant. This is a fantastic opportunity for a supervisory professional to manage human and physical resources while driving continuous service improvement in a vital public sector operation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operational Supervision: Oversee the day-to-day operations of Household Recycling Centres, including the deployment and control of operative
  • Site Management: Ensure centres are clean, customer-focused, and open/closed at designated times.
  • Resource Management: Assist in managing fleet, plant, and equipment, ensuring all are maintained and operated safely and legally.
  • Quality Control: Monitor and maintain high standards for recyclable materials collected on-site.
  • Compliance & Reporting: Maintain accurate records regarding performance, fleet, and "Duty of Care" legislation.
  • Team Leadership: Participate in recruitment, disciplinary processes, and absence management while delivering induction training and toolbox talks to staff.
  • Customer Service: Act as a point of contact for the public, handling queries and promoting commercial waste disposal services.

Essential Criteria

Candidates must meet the following requirements to be considered for the role:

  • Qualifications: A minimum of 5 GCSEs (Grades A-C) including English and Maths, or equivalent.
    • Note: Candidates without these qualifications may be considered if they can demonstrate a minimum of2 2 years of relevant experience
  • Experience: At least 1 year of relevant supervisory experience (e.g., in refuse collection, street cleansing, or household recycling centres).
  • Technical Skills: Working knowledge of Health & Safety regulations (including manual handling) and proficiency in Microsoft Office/Windows applications.
  • Driving Licence: A full current driving licence or access to a suitable form of transport to carry out the duties of the post

Desirable Criteria:

  • Recognised First Aid or Fire Warden training.
  • Certificate of Technical Competence in Recycling Centre operations.
  • Experience addressing employee relations in a unionised environment.

What's on Offer

  • Salary: Scale 5 (SCP 14) - £17.68 per hour.
  • Hours: Full-time, including operational requirements for Recycling Centre hours.
  • Location: Various Recycling Centres within the Borough.
  • Environment: Join a team-oriented section focused on service excellence and community impact.

How to Apply

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity, please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Corey Hillis, Specialist Temporary Recruiter, at MCS Group on +442890 490904.

MCS Group is committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion for all. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us and we will endeavour to facilitate your request.

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