Depot Operative (IBA)

Day Group; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned construction and recycling company in Wellingborough seeks a hands-on Depot Operative to join their team. The role involves sorting materials, maintaining equipment, and ensuring site safety within a busy environment. Ideal candidates are reliable, physically fit, and enjoy teamwork. Competitive pay, benefits, and training opportunities are provided.

Benefits

Competitive pay with overtime opportunities

9% non-contributory pension

Discretionary bonuses

20 days holiday + Bank Holidays + birthday off

Bike-to-work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Career development opportunities

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Physically fit and happy to work in an active role.
• Reliable and able to work well with others.

Responsibilities

• Sort metal and other materials by hand from a moving conveyor belt.
• Use tools and equipment to clean conveyors, screens, and other plant areas.
• Help with maintenance and repairs when needed.
• Keep the site safe and tidy at all times.
• Follow health, safety, and environmental rules.

Skills

Reliability

Physical fitness

Job description

Join a Team That Delivers Excellence Every Day

We’re looking for a reliable, hands‑on person to join our busy material processing depot in Wellingborough. If you enjoy practical work, being part of a team, and want to work for a company that values its people, this could be the job for you.

Day Group is a family‑owned business with over 75 years in construction and recycling. We’re known for our personal approach, dependability, and innovative solutions. With 25+ locations and nearly 700 people, we offer stability and real opportunities to grow.

Our new Wellingborough facility is a £20 million investment in the Midlands. Here, we recycle Incinerator Bottom Ash (IBA) from energy recovery plants and turn it into Ecoblend®, a range of sustainable aggregates used in construction. By recycling waste that would otherwise go to landfill, we help protect natural resources and promote responsible construction.

As a Depot Operative, you’ll play a key role in keeping the site running smoothly. This is a hands‑on role where you’ll work as part of a team in a busy environment.

What You’ll Do

• Sort metal and other materials by hand from a moving conveyor belt
• Use tools and equipment to clean conveyors, screens, and other plant areas
• Help with maintenance and repairs when needed
• Keep the site safe and tidy at all times
• Follow health, safety, and environmental rules

Hours

• 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• 10:00 am – 8:00 pm, with one hour unpaid for lunch

About You

• Physically fit and happy to work in an active role
• Reliable and able to work well with others

This role is based on‑site at Ogee Business Park in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire. You’ll need to live within a reasonable commuting distance, and because of the location, having your own transport is recommended.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay with overtime opportunities
• 9% non‑contributory pension
• Discretionary summer and Christmas bonuses
• 20 days holiday + Bank Holidays + your birthday off
• Bike‑to‑work scheme and GymFlex
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Career development and training opportunities
• Free onsite parking

Why Join Day Group?

• A friendly team that values hard work
• Opportunities to learn and develop
• Job security with a well‑established company
• PPE and training provided

All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. Day Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.