Domestic Waste TechnicianPeterborough | £27,500 equivalent | 40 hours per week (flexible between 7am–6pm)
12-week temporary contract | Field-based roleAre you hands-on, enjoy working outdoors and looking for a role where every day is different?
I’m recruiting for a Domestic Waste Technician to support safe, compliant waste handling across multiple sites in the Peterborough region. This is a mobile, field-based role ideal for someone with operational experience, strong problem-solving skills and a full driving licence.What you’ll be doing
Travelling across local sites to oversee domestic waste operationsCompleting site checks, basic troubleshooting and ensuring safe working areasSampling and assessing waste to ensure environmental complianceMaintaining excellent health & safety, environmental and quality standardsProviding friendly support and guidance to customers, tanker drivers and site teamsKeeping accurate records and reporting any issues promptly What we’re looking for
Full UK driving licence (essential)Based in or around PeterboroughComfortable working outdoors and in operational / industrial environmentsStrong communicator with a proactive, problem-solving mindsetFlexible working approach between 7am–6pmExperience in waste, environmental services, water treatment, utilities or similar (desirable)Knowledge of wastewater, sewage regulations or environmental compliance (bonus) Why apply?
A varied, hands-on role with real responsibilityField-based work with plenty of independenceImmediate start availableGreat experience for candidates from waste management, utilities, environmental services, water treatment, construction, or industrial operations
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