General Operative [Pre Pick, 4 on 4 off]

Enva; Hay Green; Sur place; GBP 18 000 - 19 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

On-site parking

Employee assistance program

Holiday+ benefits

Résumé du poste

Enva is hiring a General Operative for SDA pre-pick operations at the Stourbridge site. You will identify, sort and prepare Small Domestic Appliances, ensuring correct segregation and safe handling to feed downstream processing.

The role requires physical work in a noisy environment, with PPE provided. Salary is £12.71–£13.71 per hour with a night shift allowance; interviews scheduled in November 2026.

Qualifications

• New, full-time position based in Stourbridge, working 40.25 hours per week.
• Two-shift pattern: 4 on 4 off.
• Days 6am to 6pm / Nights 6pm to 6am.
• £12.71 per hour, plus £1.00 per hour night shift (£13.71).
• PPE provided and must be worn at all times.
• Work environment includes exposure to noise, dust and moving machinery.

Responsabilités

• Pre-Pick Sorting: Identify and segregate SDA from mixed waste streams.
• Material Selection: Remove hazardous or non-conforming items to correct streams.
• Quality Control: Inspect incoming waste to maintain quality and reduce contamination.
• Throughput Support: Maintain consistent feed to processing areas.
• Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance: Follow site procedures and report risks.
• Team Collaboration: Work with supervisors and operatives to meet daily targets.
• Housekeeping: Maintain a clean, safe and organised working area.

Connaissances

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication

Safety awareness

Description du poste

General Operative [Pre Pick, 4 on 4 off]

Application Deadline: 1 December 2026

Department: E-Waste

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Stourbridge

Reporting To: Operations Manager

Compensation: £12.71 - £13.71 / hour

Description

This is a new position based at the Stourbridge site, reporting to the Operations Manager. The role supports the additional SDA pre-pick shifts introduced to maintain safe, efficient and well-coordinated operations.

As a Pre-Pick Operative at Enva, you will play a key role in the identification, sorting and preparation of Small Domestic Appliances (SDA) prior to processing. You will be responsible for ensuring that incoming materials are correctly segregated and prepared for downstream processing, supporting safe, efficient and compliant recycling operations.

This role contributes directly to operational efficiency by ensuring quality feed into processing lines and minimising contamination.

INTERVIEW DATES

Monday 9th November 2026

Tuesday 10th November 2026

Monday 16th November 2026

Tuesday 17th November 2026

Key Responsibilities

• Pre-Pick Sorting: Identify and segregate Small Domestic Appliances (SDA) from mixed waste streams, ensuring correct categorisation.
• Material Selection: Remove hazardous or non-conforming items and ensure materials are directed to the correct processing streams.
• Quality Control: Inspect incoming waste to maintain quality standards and reduce contamination within recycling processes.
• Throughput Support: Work to maintain consistent feed to processing areas, supporting productivity and operational flow.
• Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance: Follow all site procedures, ensuring safe handling of materials and reporting any risks, defects or incidents.
• Team Collaboration: Work with supervisors and operatives to meet daily targets and operational requirements.
• Housekeeping: Maintain a clean, safe and organised working area at all times.

This role is primarily focused on SDA pre-pick operations. However, you may also be required to support other operational areas of the site in line with business needs, provided you have received the appropriate training.

Job Requirements

• New, full-time position based in Stourbridge, working 40.25 hours per week
• Two-shift working pattern: 4 on 4 off
• Days - 6am to 6pm / Nights - 6pm to 6am
• £12.71 per hour, plus an additional £1.00 per hour for hours worked on the night shift (£13.71 per hour)
• Work environment includes exposure to noise, dust and moving machinery
• PPE will be provided and must be worn at all times

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Previous experience in a recycling, waste or industrial environment desirable
• Good awareness of health, safety and environmental standards
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment
• Strong attention to detail, particularly in sorting and identifying materials
• Good teamwork and communication skills

Why Work For Enva?

Enva is committed to providing more than just jobs, we want to grow our business by offering career paths that match the aspirations of the talent that is increasingly aware of the need to protect the planet we all share. For the right candidates, the possibilities are truly endless and we will offer all the support, training and benefits you need to help you realise your true potential.

Examples of Company Benefits:

• A competitive salary in a growing company committed to our people.
• Competitive holiday allowance.
• Company pension scheme.
• Enhanced family friendly policies.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Lifestyle & leisure discounts (gym, cinema, shopping, and more).
• Employee life insurance.
• Bike2Work scheme.
• Free on-site parking.
• Holiday Purchase Scheme.