Forklift and Refuse Operative

Acorn Recruitment; Exeter; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local employment agency is seeking Forklift and Refuse Operatives for an outdoor recycling team in Exeter. The role involves collecting sorted recyclable materials, loading refuse, and maintaining site cleanliness. Ideal candidates should have a valid forklift license, relevant experience in recycling, and must be physically capable of manual duties. This position offers a pay rate of £12.92 per hour with immediate start available.

Qualifications

• Forklift licence is essential for the role.
• Experience in recycling or manual roles is required.
• Must be physically capable and able to work outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Collect sorted recyclable refuse using a forklift.
• Load refuse into sifting and compacting machines.
• Maintain cleanliness at domestic and commercial collection points.
• Assist in keeping the local depot tidy.

Skills

Forklift operating

Manual handling

Teamwork

Education

Forklift Counterbalance/B1 in date Licence Certificate

Job description

Forklift and Refuse Operatives

Exeter| £12.92 per hour | 6am- 2.30pm | Days | Immediate Start

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting Forklift and Refuse Operatives to join a recycling team in Exeter. This is a hands‑on outdoor role working in all weather conditions, sorting recyclable materials, and assisting with general site and yard duties.

Key Duties

• Collecting already sorted recycle refuse using forklift
• Loading refuse into sifting and compacting machine using forklift
• Keeping domestic and commercial collection points clean and tidy
• Assisting in maintaining a tidy local depot at all times

Requirements

• Forklift Counterbalance/B1 in date Licence Certificate
• Experience as a recycling operative or in a similar manual role
• Experience of working outdoors
• Physically capable of manual duties and heavy lifting
• Strong Team Work Ethic
• Reliable and able to work flexibly as required

Interested?

Apply online with current CV to show relevant experience or contact Mandy at Acorn by Synergie's Exeter office for further details

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.