RCHW Site Operative

TN United Kingdom; Tendring; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking local authority dedicated to reducing waste and protecting the environment. As a full-time Site Operative at the Recycling Centre, you will play a crucial role in assisting the public, maintaining site safety, and promoting recycling initiatives. This position offers opportunities for personal growth, a generous pension scheme, and health support. With a commitment to innovation and community service, this role is perfect for those looking to make a positive impact while developing their career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

26 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Generous Local Government pension scheme

Health and wellbeing support

Access to discounts via Essex Rewards

Cycle to Work Scheme

Volunteering leave up to 4 days annually

6% salary uplift for Sunday working

Qualifications

• Experience in customer-facing roles is essential.
• Basic reading and writing skills are required.
• Necessary training includes First Aid and Plant Operator.

Responsibilities

• Assist the public with questions and maintain a clean site.
• Operate plant machinery and oversee waste movements.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and support admin tasks.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Manual Handling Skills

Teamwork

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Willingness to Learn

Education

IOSH Working Safely Certification

NPORS or Plant Operators Licence

Full Driving License

Job description

Job Opportunity: Recycling Centre Site Operative

Essex Waste Partnership aspires to be a zero-waste county. By working together, we aim to reduce waste, protect the environment, and conserve resources. Join our Recycling Centre Teams to help us achieve these goals.

We are currently recruiting a full-time Site Operative for our Recycling Centre in Clacton. Please note, weekend work (Saturdays and Sundays) is required, with a 6% flat rate allowance for Sundays worked.

What will you be doing?

• Assist the public with questions, queries, or complaints.
• Maintain a clean, tidy, and safe site.
• Promote and facilitate re-use activities.
• Provide clear instructions to subcontractors and hauliers.
• Operate plant machinery and oversee waste movements.
• Ensure proper storage of materials for recycling and reuse.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Contribute to safe and efficient site operations.
• Support administrative tasks as required.
• Assist at alternative Recycling Centres when needed.

What’s in it for you?

• Opportunities for learning and development.
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with options to buy extra.
• Generous Local Government pension scheme.
• Access to discounts and benefits via Essex Rewards.
• Health and wellbeing support through Vita Health Group.
• Up to 4 days volunteering leave annually.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• 6% salary uplift for Sunday working.

The Experience You Will Bring

• Ability to work on foot for extended periods.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in customer-facing roles.
• Manual handling skills.
• Basic reading and writing skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook, with good administrative skills.
• Willingness to learn new systems.
• Necessary training (First Aid, Plant Operator, Fire Marshall).
• Full Driving License.
• IOSH Working Safely or equivalent safety certification.
• NPORS or similar Plant Operators Licence with experience operating plant machinery, preferably in waste management.

Interviews

Interviews will be conducted face-to-face at Clacton - CO16 7BL Recycling Centre.

Why Essex?

Essex offers a dynamic environment within one of the UK's largest local authorities, serving 1.8 million residents across 1,420 square miles. We are committed to innovation, flexibility, and delivering high-quality services. Recognized for productivity, we value everyone and support career development and community contribution.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and committed to equal opportunity. Reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process are available upon request. We also encourage applications from veterans and care leavers who meet the role's minimum requirements.

At Essex County Council, integrity and ethical behaviour are paramount. We expect all employees to uphold our code of conduct and standards throughout the recruitment process and employment.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and all staff are expected to share this commitment.

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