Waste Collection Crew Member (Truck Assistant)

Job Title: Waste Collection Crew Member (Truck Assistant)

Reporting to: Transport Supervisor / Collection Supervisor

Department: Operations – Fleet and Collection Services

Industry: Waste Management / Environmental Services

Job Location: Nairobi

Gross Salary: KShs 40,000

Our client is a leading provider of waste management and environmental sanitation services, committed to promoting cleaner communities through responsible waste collection and sustainable waste management practices. The client invites applications from qualified candidates to fill the following vacant position.

Job Purpose: To support the safe, efficient, and timely collection, transportation, and delivery of municipal solid waste by accompanying waste collection vehicles on daily operations.

The Crew Member assists the driver in loading operations, traffic and pedestrian safety, container handling, route execution, vehicle cleaning, and daily inspections while ensuring compliance with occupational health, safety, and environmental standards.

The position serves as the driver's operational assistant and is essential to maintaining efficient waste collection services under the Nairobi Integrated Waste Management Programme (NIWMP).

Key Responsibilities

Collection Operations

Accompany the driver throughout assigned daily routes.

Collect municipal waste from designated collection points.

Assist with loading waste into compaction vehicles where manual loading is required.

Help position skip bins and Roll-on/Roll-off containers.

Assist with exchanging full and empty containers.

Ensure waste is properly loaded to avoid spillage during transport.

Collect loose waste around collection points after loading.

Support emergency waste collection and special clean-up exercises.

Driver Assistance

Act as the driver's guide during reversing and manoeuvring.

Direct traffic and pedestrians when vehicles are operating in congested areas.

Help identify safe loading and unloading locations.

Ensure container lifting areas are clear of people and obstacles.

Open and close gates where necessary.

Assist in securing loads before transport.

Communicate hazards to the driver promptly.

Vehicle Cleaning and Sanitation

Clean the vehicle before and after daily operations.

Wash waste hoppers, compaction chambers, lifting mechanisms, and vehicle exteriors.

Clean and disinfect the driver's cab.

Remove waste residues and leachate build-up.

Maintain a clean and hygienic vehicle at all times.

Keep tools and equipment clean and properly stored.

Vehicle Inspection Support

Assist the driver in conducting daily inspections by checking:

Tyres

Lights

Mirrors

Hydraulic hoses

Safety guards

Warning beacons

Reflective markings

Fire extinguishers

First aid kits

Reverse alarms

Report defects immediately.

Traffic and Public Safety

Guide vehicles safely during reversing.

Place warning cones where required.

Control pedestrian movement around operating vehicles.

Ensure members of the public remain at a safe distance during lifting operations.

Report unsafe conditions immediately.

Health, Safety and Environment

Wear all required PPE at all times.

Follow safe manual handling techniques.

Observe safe lifting practices.

Maintain good housekeeping around work areas.

Report accidents, near misses, and unsafe acts.

Support environmental protection measures and prevent littering during operations.

Customer and Community Relations

Treat residents respectfully.

Provide basic information regarding waste collection services when required.

Report customer complaints to supervisors.

Promote cleanliness and proper waste disposal practices through positive engagement with the public.

Documentation

Assist with:

Daily vehicle inspection checklists.

Route completion records.

Incident reports.

Waste collection records.

Vehicle cleaning logs.

Equipment defect reports.

Emergency Response

Participate in:

Flood emergency clean-up operations.

Illegal dumping removal.

Market clean-up campaigns.

Disease outbreak sanitation exercises.

Disaster response operations.

Public event clean-up activities.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Daily route completion rate.

Collection productivity.

Vehicle cleanliness score.

Compliance with PPE requirements.

Safety performance (zero lost-time incidents).

Number of customer complaints.

Attendance and punctuality.

Timely reporting of vehicle defects.

Waste spillage incidents.

Teamwork and operational discipline.

Qualifications

One (1) year of experience in waste collection, sanitation services, logistics, construction, or manual operations.

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) or equivalent

Experience working around heavy equipment is an advantage.

Municipal solid waste collection procedures.

Safe manual handling techniques.

Basic traffic safety.

Occupational Health and Safety requirements.

Basic vehicle safety inspections.

Environmental sanitation practices

Physical fitness and stamina.

Teamwork.

Reliability and punctuality.

Safety consciousness.

Discipline.

Attention to detail.

Good communication skills.

Respect for the public.

Integrity and accountability.

Ability to work under pressure.

Physical Requirements

The role requires the ability to:

Walk long distances during collection routes.

Lift and move waste containers safely.

Climb onto and off heavy vehicles.

Work in varying weather conditions.

Perform repetitive manual tasks throughout the workday.

Work early mornings, nights, weekends, and public holidays as required.

How to Apply

If you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualifications and experience; please send your CV only quoting the job title on the email subject vacancies@corporatestaffing.co.ke with (Waste Collection Crew Member) before 30th November 2026.

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not receive any communication from us within two weeks of your application, kindly consider your application unsuccessful. We appreciate your interest and thank you for applying

Corporate Staffing Service never asks candidates to pay any money or pay for tests at any stage of the recruitment process

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