Recycling Advisor

Swift; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Swift Recycling is seeking a Recycling Advisor in Gloucester to support the safe, efficient operation of a busy household recycling site. You will assist the public and ensure materials are placed into the correct waste streams, providing a helpful, professional service on a busy site.

The role requires basic Health & Safety knowledge, the ability to work outdoors in all weather, and a willingness to work weekends. Training covers PPE, site procedures, and plant operation.

Qualifications

• Basic Health & Safety knowledge.
• Experience with mobile or static plant and equipment.
• Good communication skills.
• Able to work as part of a team and use initiative.
• Physically fit and able to lift heavy objects.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Able to work weekends and Bank Holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist members of the public with sorting and separating waste correctly.
• Provide a helpful and professional service to site users.
• Follow Health & Safety procedures and wear required PPE.
• Keep the site clean, tidy and free from debris.
• Operate fixed and mobile plant and equipment following training and authorisation.
• Support general site operations as required.
• Follow company policies and management instructions.

Skills

Health & Safety basics

Plant and equipment operation

Communication skills

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Outdoor work

Weekend work

Job description

Recycling Advisor

Date: 2026-09-23T21:29:21

Location: Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GB, GL1 1 The

Application Deadline: 2026-10-28T20:36:23.723

Job Description

We are recruiting a Recycling Advisor to support the safe and efficient operation of a busy household recycling site. This is a practical, customer-facing role involving assisting members of the public, supporting site operations and helping ensure materials are placed into the correct waste streams.

Shift Pattern

4 on, 2 off - Annualised Hours

Salary

£25,000 - £27,000 per annum

Key Responsibilities

• Assist members of the public with sorting and separating waste correctly
• Provide a helpful and professional service to site users
• Follow Health & Safety procedures and wear required PPE
• Keep the site clean, tidy and free from debris
• Operate fixed and mobile plant and equipment following training and authorisation
• Support general site operations as required
• Follow company policies and management instructions

What We Are Looking For

• Basic Health & Safety knowledge
• Previous experience with mobile or static plant and equipment
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team and use initiative
• Physically fit and able to lift heavy objects
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Ability to work weekends and Bank Holidays

Desirable

• 360 Material Handler qualification