Ryan Adams

• Phone: +353 87 123 4567
• Email: ryan.adams@email.com
• Location: Dublin, Ireland
• LinkedIn: ryanadamsrefuse

Summary

Over 7 years of dedicated experience in municipal waste collection and recycling operations, consistently ensuring efficient and safe material handling. Proficient in operating a range of refuse collection vehicles and adhering to stringent waste management protocols to support community cleanliness and environmental sustainability.

Adept at route optimization and maintaining meticulous collection schedules, contributing to a 15% improvement in daily route completion efficiency at previous roles. Committed to workplace safety and proper disposal techniques for various waste streams.

Experience

Senior Refuse Collector / Driver, Panda Waste -- Dublin, Ireland

Mar 2019 – present

• Operated heavy refuse collection vehicles (RCVs) on scheduled routes, collecting residential and commercial waste and recyclables across diverse Dublin districts.

• Mentored and trained new team members on safe operating procedures, route navigation, and proper waste segregation techniques, enhancing team productivity by 10%.

• Conducted routine pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, reporting maintenance needs promptly to ensure fleet readiness and minimize downtime to less than 2%.

• Managed and resolved on-route collection issues, such as blocked access or overflowing bins, maintaining a high level of service delivery and customer satisfaction.

Refuse and Recycling Operative, Thorntons Recycling -- Dublin, Ireland

Jan 2016 – Feb 2019

• Collected and transported various waste streams, including general refuse, organic waste, and segregated recyclables, following established collection schedules.

• Ensured proper loading and compaction of materials into collection vehicles, maximizing capacity and adherence to weight limits.

• Maintained cleanliness of collection areas and public spaces during and after service, reducing litter incidents by 20%.

• Adhered to all health and safety regulations, including manual handling procedures and personal protective equipment (PPE) usage, contributing to a zero-incident record for the team.

Education

Dublin and Dun Laoghaire Education and Training Board (DDLETB), Professional Certification in Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) Driving Licence (Category C) -- Dublin, Ireland

Sept 2015 – Dec 2015

Colaiste Dhulaigh College of Further Education, QQI Level 5 Certificate in Environmental Studies & Waste Management Principles -- Dublin, Ireland

Sept 2014 – May 2015

Skills

Operational Skills: Waste Collection, Route Optimization, Vehicle Operation (RCV), Material Handling, Waste Segregation, Compaction Techniques, Scheduled Collections, Pre/Post-Trip Inspections

Safety & Compliance: Health & Safety Protocols, Manual Handling, PPE Usage, Environmental Regulations, Hazardous Waste Identification, Spill Response

Equipment & Tools: Refuse Collection Vehicles (RCVs), Lifting Mechanisms, Compacting Equipment, GPS Navigation Systems

Interpersonal & Teamwork: Team Collaboration, Communication, Problem-Solving, Training & Mentoring, Public Interaction