Baler Operative

FCC Environmental Services; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 33,855,000 - 45,804,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Pension plan

Training & progression

Refer a friend

Flexible benefits

Wellbeing platform

Job summary

FCC Environment is seeking a Baler Operator in Tees Valley. This full-time role averages 40 hours weekly with rotating 12-hour day/night shifts.

You will safely operate baling equipment to process recyclables, ensuring bales meet weight, size and quality specifications while upholding health, safety and environmental standards. You will contribute to efficient material handling, participate in routine checks, and support sorting tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience operating machinery in an industrial, recycling or waste environment.
• Strong understanding of health and safety requirements.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Basic understanding of recyclable materials.
• Strong attention to detail and a safety-conscious approach.
• Reliable, punctual and hardworking.
• Mobile plant qualifications (FLT/Telehandler/Loading Shovel) desirable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe working environment and follow all health and safety procedures.
• Operate waste and recycling balers safely and efficiently.
• Process recyclable materials, including cardboard, paper, plastics, metals and other designated waste streams.
• Monitor baler performance and respond to blockages, alarms and operational issues.
• Ensure bales are produced to the required weight, size and quality standards.
• Wire, strap and eject bales in accordance with site procedures.
• Carry out routine cleaning and housekeeping of the baler and surrounding work areas.
• Perform daily inspections and safety checks.
• Report equipment defects, damage and operational issues promptly.
• Assist with sorting and segregation activities when required.

Skills

Machinery operation

Health & safety

Independent worker

Teamwork

Pressure tolerance

Attention to detail

Reliability

Mobile plant qualifications

Tools

FLT

Telehandler

Loading Shovel

Job description

Are you looking for the right role for you? Then look no further....

Hourly Rate – £13.90

Hours – Average of 40 hours per week (rotating 12-hour shift pattern (days and nights))

As a Baler Operative at FCC Environment, you will safely operate and maintain baling equipment used in the processing of recyclable materials. You will ensure materials are baled to specification while maintaining high standards of health, safety, environmental compliance and quality.

This vacancy is for a full-time position.

Our promise to you

• 20 days' annual leave (full-time working) plus Bank Holidays, depending on the role
• Pension scheme (auto-enrolment in People's Pension)
• On-the-job training and progression
• Refer a friend scheme
• Flexible benefits, including high street savings, cycle to work scheme and Gymflex membership, and many more (where applicable)
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and Best Doctors Service via the Wellbeing Platform

What will you be doing?

• Maintain a safe working environment and follow all health and safety procedures
• Operate waste and recycling balers safely and efficiently
• Process recyclable materials, including cardboard, paper, plastics, metals and other designated waste streams
• Monitor baler performance and respond appropriately to blockages, alarms and operational issues
• Ensure bales are produced to the required weight, size and quality standards
• Wire, strap and eject bales in accordance with site procedures
• Carry out routine cleaning and housekeeping of the baler and surrounding work areas
• Perform daily inspections and safety checks
• Report equipment defects, damage and operational issues promptly
• Assist with sorting and segregation activities when required

What are we looking for?

• Previous experience operating machinery in an industrial, manufacturing, recycling or waste environment
• Good understanding of workplace health and safety requirements
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to work under pressure
• Basic understanding of recyclable materials
• Strong attention to detail and a safety-conscious approach
• Reliable, punctual and hardworking
• Mobile plant qualifications, such as FLT, Telehandler or Loading Shovel, are desirable

About us

J&B Recycling / J&B Bio is part of FCC Environment, one of the UK’s leading waste and resource management companies. Owned by FCC Environment, J&B Recycling plays an important role in supporting sustainable waste solutions and environmental services across the UK. Our shared goal is to minimise the amount of waste that ends up in landfill by transforming it into valuable resources wherever possible.

We’re looking for ambitious and motivated people to join our teams and help shape a more sustainable future. FCC Environment is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.