Compactor Operator — Waste & Recycling (4 On/4 Off)

Ciwmjobs; Newyears Green; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Compactor Operator role at N/A in Ruislip, West London, is a hands-on position responsible for operating waste compactors, balers and other plant. You will ensure safe, efficient processing of materials on a busy refuse and recycling site.

You will perform daily checks, assist with site safety, manage waste flows and support the team to maintain high environmental standards. Shift pattern is 4 on/4 off with early hours.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy mobile or fixed plant machinery.
• Strong commitment to health, safety and environmental standards.
• Good understanding of site traffic management and safe plant operation.
• Physically fit and able to work outdoors in an industrial setting.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate waste compactors, balers and other fixed or mobile plant machinery.
• Compact and reduce waste materials to maximise site capacity.
• Monitor equipment performance and report faults or issues.
• Complete daily and weekly plant safety and operational checks.
• Carry out routine cleaning and basic maintenance of machinery.
• Direct visiting vehicles and customers around the site as required.
• Maintain site safety and environmental procedures during operations.

Skills

Heavy plant operation

Health & safety

Teamwork

Outdoor work

Tools

CPCS

NPORS

Job description

The Compactor Operator role at N/A in Ruislip, West London, is a hands-on position responsible for operating waste compactors, balers and other plant. You will ensure safe, efficient processing of materials on a busy refuse and recycling site.

You will perform daily checks, assist with site safety, manage waste flows and support the team to maintain high environmental standards. Shift pattern is 4 on/4 off with early hours.