You could get into this job through an intermediate waste resource operative apprenticeship.
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- some GCSEs, usually including English and maths, or equivalent, for an intermediate apprenticeship
Bin workers remove waste and recyclables from homes and businesses for disposal or recycling.
£15,000 Starter
to£30,000 Experienced
38 to 40 a week
evenings / weekends / bank holidays on shifts
You can get into this job through:
You could get into this job through an intermediate waste resource operative apprenticeship.
You'll usually need:
You could apply directly to job vacancies. Employers set their own entry requirements.
You'll need:
You'll need to:
You could:
You could work in the community or at a waste recycling site.
Your working environment may be dirty, physically demanding and outdoors in all weathers.
You may need to wear protective clothing.
With experience, you could progress to team leader or supervisor.
With further training you could become a waste management officer or recycling officer.
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