Recycling Operative

DHL Germany; Daventry; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Daventry is looking for a Recycling Operative. The role involves working in the recycling department, handling materials, and ensuring quality standards. Ideal candidates should be physically fit and adaptable to a fast-paced work environment. This position offers full-time hours with various employee benefits, including MHE training and flexible working options.

Benefits

Free parking

On-site canteen

Flexible working options

Pension scheme

24/7 GP consultations

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a physically demanding role.
• Experience in sorting and segregating recyclable materials.
• Flexibility to work in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Work in the recycling department processing materials.
• Lift and sort various recycling materials.
• Manage oil recycling and flow of materials.

Skills

Physical fitness

Sorting recyclable materials

Job description

Pay Rate: £30,065.58
Grade: RCS P
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time) / Day Shift
Shift patterns: 4 on, 4 off | 06:00 - 17:30
Location: Daventry, NN11 8NF

Overview

We're now looking for a Recycling Operative, to work on a DHL site part of Enviro-solutions part of the warehouse.

Responsibilities

• Working in the recycling department
• Lifting and sorting of recycling material
• Decanting vehicles and cages
• Sorting out cardboard bailers
• Oil recycling and managing of the flow
• Sorting recycled electronics such as microwaves, pizza ovens, floor polishers

What this role would suit

• Collection: Loading and unloading recycling collection
• Sorting & Segregation: Identifying, separating, and picking recyclable materials from other waste
• Inspection Checking: Materials to ensure they meet quality standards and removing contamination or non-recyclable items
• Physical Demands: The role can be physically demanding and requires physical fitness
• Outdoor Work: You may work outdoors and indoors in various weather conditions
• Flexibility: Being able to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing demands

Why join us?

• Free parking and on-site canteen
• MHE Training: LLOP, Counter balance, Master Mover will be provided
• We're happy to talk about flexible working – just ask about alternative patterns at interview
• Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
• Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
• Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
• Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
• Visit the careers page on DHL website to learn more: https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain

Who we are

We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

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Please be aware that interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place during the week commencing 18 September 2025. Applications received after this date may not be considered but will be added to our talent pool for future opportunities, subject to your consent. Please also be aware that we review applications continuously and where we have a large number of applications the application period may close ahead of the provisional interview date. To ensure your application is considered we recommend submitting it as early as possible.