General Recycling Operative

Enva; Linwood; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Holiday allowance

Company pension scheme

Enhanced family friendly policies

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Lifestyle & leisure discounts

Employee life insurance

Bike2Work scheme

Free on-site parking

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Job summary

Enva Recycling Scotland is hiring a General Operative to join the Linwood Operations team. Working 45h a week, Monday-Friday from 6:00am to 6:00pm, you will help ensure the safe and efficient day-to-day operation of the MRF and its processes, sorting waste, carrying out hygiene duties and basic maintenance under the supervision of the Operations Manager.

Experience in a recycling plant, adherence to safety rules, and ability to work as part of a team are valued.

Qualifications

• Experience in a regulated recycling environment.
• Ability to operate vehicles and machinery safely.
• Driver's Licence (CSCS and Mobile Plant Licence desirable).

Responsibilities

• Ensure the recycling plant operations are managed in line with Health and Safety legislation and Enva standards.
• Ensure all duties (recycling, inspections and cleaning) are carried out and recorded as per company and manufactures instructions and procedures.
• Assist in the day to day operations of the plant in accordance with site licence and contractual conditions.
• Sort and separate waste types to ensure plant performance is at its highest.
• Training will be given on specialised plant.
• Maintain the highest cleanliness of all working areas.
• Ensure that the machines are maintained in a clean condition. Any defect affecting the safe working order of a machine to be reported immediately.
• Ensure that the correct Personal Protective Equipment, as provided by the Company, is worn at all times. The correct PPE must be worn at all times when handling waste materials.
• Remain aware, at all times, of your responsibilities for your own Health and Safety and for the Health and Safety of your work colleagues.
• Carry out other tasks within your operational ability or for which you have received appropriate training, as and when required.
• Ensure compliance with all company work practices as directed.
• Operate mobile plant and other plant equipment safely and competently where trained, instructed and qualified to do so.
• Assist with the general operations as required and instructed.

Skills

Regulated recycling

Safe machinery operation

Driver's Licence

Job description

General Recycling Operative

Application Deadline: 6 November 2026

Department: Operations

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Linwood

Description

Enva Recycling Scotland is hiring a General Operative to join the Linwood Operations team.

Working 45h a week, Monday-Friday from 6:00am to 6:00pm

In this role, you will ensure the safe and efficient day to day operation of the MRF (Materials Recycling Facility) plant under the direction of the Operations Manager and shift supervisor.

The work involves manually sorting through various waste materials on the process line along with hygiene duties and some basic general maintenance. Responsible for ensuring relevant waste is separated per its stream and that all recyclable elements are recovered.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the recycling plant operations are managed in line with Health and Safety legislation and Enva standards.
• Ensure all duties (recycling, inspections and cleaning) are carried out and recorded as per company and manufactures instructions and procedures.
• Assist in the day to day operations of the plant in accordance with site licence and contractual conditions.
• Sort and separate waste types to ensure plant performance is at its highest.
• Training will be given on specialised plant.
• Maintain the highest cleanliness of all working areas.
• Ensure that the machines are maintained in a clean condition. Any defect affecting the safe working order of a machine to be reported immediately.
• Ensure that the correct Personal Protective Equipment, as provided by the Company, is worn at all times. The correct PPE must be worn at all times when handling waste materials.
• Remain aware, at all times, of your responsibilities for your own Health and Safety and for the Health and Safety of your work colleagues.
• Carry out other tasks within your operational ability or for which you have received appropriate training, as and when required.
• Ensure compliance with all company work practices as directed.
• Operate mobile plant and other plant equipment safely and competently where trained, instructed and qualified to do so.
• Assist with the general operations as required and instructed.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Experience working in a regulated environment and in a Recycling facility
• Ability to operate vehicles and machinery in a safe manner
• Drivers Licence, CSCS, Mobile Plant Licence is desirable

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.