Recycling Operative

Axil; Chester; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training provided

Job summary

Axil in the United Kingdom is seeking a Waste Operative to support waste management across the site, contributing to a cleaner, more sustainable future. This hands-on role requires organisational skills, teamwork, and a proactive approach to safety.

You will exchange waste and recycling bins, transport waste to the on-site compound for sorting, and perform daily safety inspections while working with colleagues and customers to promote sustainable practices.

Qualifications

• Full manual driving licence required.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Ability to work safely and responsibly.
• Organised and maintains high standards.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Exchanging waste and recycling bins across site.
• Transporting waste back to the Axil waste compound for sorting and processing.
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe waste compound.
• Monitoring waste levels and arranging exchanges when required.
• Operating company vehicles and equipment, including towing bins around site.
• Completing daily vehicle and equipment safety inspections.
• Reporting any near misses, incidents, or accidents.
• Working collaboratively with customers, colleagues, and managers.
• Identifying opportunities for improvements and more sustainable ways of working.
• Ensuring all health, safety, and environmental procedures are followed at all times.

Skills

Full manual driving licence

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Organised

Communication skills

Basic IT skills

Waste management experience

Job description

Waste Operative

Chester ¦ Full Time ¦ Monday-Friday ¦ Manual Driving Licence Essential

Join Axil and Help Drive Sustainability Forward

Are you someone who enjoys a hands‑on role, takes pride in keeping things organised, and wants to contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable future?

We're looking for a Waste Operative to join our team. This is a varied and active role where you'll play a key part in supporting waste management activities across site, helping us maintain high environmental standards while delivering an excellent service to our customer. You'll work closely with colleagues and site personnel to ensure waste is managed safely, efficiently, and responsibly.

What You'll Be Doing

No two days are the same. Your responsibilities will include:

• Exchanging waste and recycling bins across site.
• Transporting waste back to the Axil waste compound for sorting and processing.
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe waste compound.
• Monitoring waste levels and arranging exchanges when required.
• Operating company vehicles and equipment, including towing bins around site.
• Completing daily vehicle and equipment safety inspections.
• Reporting any near misses, incidents, or accidents.
• Working collaboratively with customers, colleagues, and managers.
• Identifying opportunities for improvements and more sustainable ways of working.
• Ensuring all health, safety, and environmental procedures are followed at all times.

What We're Looking For

We're keen to hear from people who:

• Hold a full manual driving licence
• Have a positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Can work safely and responsibly
• Are organised and take pride in maintaining high standards
• Communicate well and work effectively as part of a team

The following would be advantageous, but are not essential:

• FLT licence
• Towing experience
• Waste management experience
• Health & Safety knowledge
• Manual handling experience
• Basic IT skills

Full training will be provided where required.