Recycling Operative

Prime Appointments Ltd; Colchester; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established recycling facility near Colchester is looking for a Recycling Operative to help reduce landfill waste and promote sustainable practices. The role involves sorting recyclable materials, ensuring quality control, and maintaining a safe environment. Applicants should be physically fit, reliable, and have access to transport. This temporary position offers potential for long-term employment and career development opportunities within an environmentally focused business.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or recycling environment preferred.
• Comfortable standing for long periods.
• Access to own transport due to location.

Responsibilities

• Manually sorting recyclable materials on a fast-paced line.
• Assisting in quality control to ensure correct separation of waste streams.
• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment.

Skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Physical fitness

Job description

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Job Title: Recycling Operative - Marks Tey Area
Location: Outskirts of Colchester, Essex
Start Date: 07/07/2025
Pay: £ per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:30 - 17:00
Contract Type: Temporary with potential for long-term work

We are currently recruiting for a Recycling Operative on behalf of a well-established recycling facility located near outside Colchester. This is a hands-on role that contributes directly to reducing landfill waste and promoting sustainable practices.

Please note: Own transport is essential due to the site's location and lack of public transport.

Key Duties of the Recycling Operative:

Manually sorting recyclable materials on a fast-paced line

Assisting in quality control to ensure correct separation of waste streams

Supporting the wider team to achieve daily throughput targets

Maintaining a clean and safe working environment

Candidate Requirements for the Recycling Operative:

Previous experience in a manufacturing and production, warehouse, or recycling environment preferred

Physically fit and comfortable with standing for long periods

Reliable, punctual, and able to work flexibly

Must have access to own transport

This is an excellent opportunity to join a business with a strong environmental focus and ongoing potential for career development.

Interested? Apply today with an up-to-date CV.