Salary: Basic salary of £29,712 per year, up to £35,712 with on-target earnings, plus additional £1,000 on-call annual allowance
Contract: Permanent, full-time, 40 hours per week
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am until 5:00pm
Location: York (Harewood Whin) or Thirsk, North Yorkshire
Yorwaste are currently moving into an exciting phase of growth and development, and we are searching for a skilled, confident, and passionate individual to join our team. Are you looking for that next challenge, eager to contribute to our transport team's journey towards achieving another milestone in excellence?
“Our focus is to deliver the efficient and smooth running of Yorwaste fleet while complying with regulations and always aiming for the highest standards.”
As a hands-on learner with excellent organisational skills, a keen eye for detail, and adept problem-solving skills, you will thrive as a Transport Planner in our dynamic transport team.
Your primary responsibility will be to ensure the efficient delivery of services within your designated area. Collaborating closely with planners, drivers, customer service advisors, and our broader transport team, your focus will be on providing a customer-centric, cost-effective, and compliant service.
We are looking for someone with a high level of IT competency, particularly with Microsoft Office Suite and waste management specific systems. Your positive mindset and logical approach to challenges will be crucial to help you navigate day to day obstacles and challenges.
Joining a team of dedicated transport planners, you'll discover that each day presents new opportunities for growth and relationship-building. We are committed to supporting your learning journey across various transport modes, including Bulk Haulage, Hooklift, and Recycling Collection Vehicles.
Essential Criteria
- Builds positive internal and external relationships
- Demonstrates strong organisational and time management skills
- Communicates and instructs calmly and reassuringly
- A willingness to learn, develop understanding, and work collaboratively as a team
- Understands complexities of multi-functional operations and diverse workforce
- Ability to interpret and adhere to Health and Safety legislation and policy
- Be willing and able to attend an FTA Operator Awareness course every three years
It is possible that the successful applicant may work from our other transport office in Thirsk, therefore we welcome applications from candidates in the Thirsk area.
Why Yorwaste?
Yorwaste is North Yorkshire’s leading waste management company, passionate about supporting community and local environment, while delivering a warm and professional customer experience. We believe in investing in our team and the tools you need to succeed. Currently our sites achieve over 90% recycling rates to help keep North Yorkshire looking beautiful.
Our vision at Yorwaste is to create a cleaner, greener future. We aim to be at the forefront of the industry, committed to reducing environmental impact of waste, whilst supporting our customers to make more sustainable choices. We treat safety as our priority at all times, seek new ways to make the most of what we have to achieve our goals and solve problems, as well as being knowledgeable, credible and taking pride in what we do. Read more about our mission, vision and values here.
At Yorwaste you will have access to a company pension as well as benefits and discounts such as a cycle to work scheme. Through our Employee Assistance programme, we offer great access to health and wellbeing resources as well as acknowledging and rewarding great health and safety procedure, innovative ideas and recognition for long service with us.
Joining us at Yorwaste is more than just a job. We strive to provide our team with a long-term stable career, training and development, and a positive engaging working environment. As an equal opportunity’s employer, alongside our commitment to inclusion and diversity, we take pride in supporting the development of North Yorkshire and its people.
How to Apply
To apply please complete an online application form and upload a current CV.
If you have further questions about the position, please contact Bradley on bradley.naylor@northyorks.gov.uk or 01609 534365 for an informal discussion about the role.
Closing date for applications is midnight on Monday 6th May 2024.
Interviews are planned to take place, in person, week commencing Monday 13th May 2024.
We reserve the right to remove this vacancy before the proposed deadline in the event of the position being filled, or a high number of applications are received.
Yorwaste is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, any disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion, or belief.
We will not accept applications from agencies and can only consider applications from individuals with right to work within the UK.