Environmental Services Technician


Company:	Sunderland City Council
Salary:	£20,001 - £30,000
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Sunderland, SR1 3AA
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	6 Aug 2026
Closing date:	23 Aug 2026

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Summary

Make a difference. Keep Sunderland clean. Build a career.

Are you looking for a role where you can make a visible difference to your local community, work as part of a supportive team and develop a long-term career?

Sunderland City Council is investing in its Waste and Recycling Services and weand#39;re looking for enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individuals to join our Environmental Services team.

Every day, our crews help keep Sunderland clean, safe and sustainable. Whether collecting household waste and recycling, delivering bins, supporting bulky waste collections or helping improve recycling rates across the city, youand#39;ll play an important role in delivering services that matter.

Why join the Team?

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Career Development andamp; Progression

Full induction and training provided

Opportunities to gain professional qualifications

Training towards vehicle operation and driving qualifications

Opportunities to obtain HGV licences and develop specialist skills

Clear progression routes through Environmental Services grades

Potential promotion opportunities within Waste, Recycling and wider Environmental Services teams

Fully Supported Working Environment

Full Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided

Ongoing health and safety training

Modern vehicles and equipment

Supportive team environment

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What Youand#39;ll Be Doing

As part of a refuse and recycling collection crew, you will:

Collect household and commercial waste and recycling safely and efficiently.

Assist with bulky waste collections from residential properties.

Identify contaminated recycling and support improved recycling performance.

Record service information using mobile technology and council systems.

Work with drivers and colleagues to complete daily collection routes.

Deliver bins and containers to households and businesses.

Maintain high standards of customer service when interacting with residents.

Follow health and safety procedures at all times.This is a physically active role involving regular lifting, walking and working outdoors in all weather conditions.

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What Weand#39;re Looking For

Weand#39;re interested in candidates who:

Understand the importance of health and safety.

Can work effectively as part of a team.

Have good communication and customer service skills.

Are reliable, organised and punctual.

Can work in a physically demanding outdoor environment.

Are willing to learn new skills and undertake training.

Can adapt to different work locations and operational requirements.

Previous experience in waste, recycling, environmental services, logistics, highways, grounds maintenance, construction or similar operational roles would be beneficial, but training will be provided.

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Work With Purpose

At Sunderland City Council, weand#39;re proud of our values:

We Innovate

We Enable

We Respect

Join a team that helps keep Sunderland clean and green while building a rewarding career with excellent benefits, training opportunities and genuine prospects for progression.

Apply today and start your journey with Sunderland City Council.

Applications should be made on-line at northeastjobs.org.uk/sunderlandcitycouncil. For further assistance contact Customer Enabling Services by email: jobs@sunderland.gov.uk

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Please note that CVs are not accepted.

Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered online with North East Jobs, including your invitation to any online assessment you are required to undertake and your invite to interview if you are short-listed. Please check your email inbox after the closing date for notifications as you may not be notified by any other means. Please remember to check your junk mail items.

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