Recycling Operative

People Solutions; Middleton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Overtime Available

On-site Canteen

Free Parking

Training Provided

Christmas Attendance Bonus

Job summary

People Solutions is recruiting for a Recycling Operative to join our client based in Middleton/M24. You will work on general recycling and waste-processing duties, sorting materials and operating basic equipment, outdoors in all weather with PPE.

Weekdays with two shifts, 5 days out of 7, paid at £13.23 per hour with overtime rates after 37.5 hours. This role offers weekly pay, training provided, free parking and an attendance bonus.

Qualifications

• Good physical fitness and ability to carry out manual handling.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Good attention to detail when sorting recyclable materials.
• Willingness to carry out repetitive tasks and general cleaning duties.
• Reliable, punctual and able to work as part of a team.
• Ability to follow health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist with general recycling and waste-processing duties as required.
• Manually sort plastic, cardboard, paper, glass and other recyclable materials.
• Process and sort caged and food waste in an outdoor environment.
• Load and unload waste materials safely and efficiently.
• Operate basic recycling and waste-processing equipment following training.
• Load and move waste, bins, cages and recycling materials.
• Keep the recycling area clean, tidy and free from hazards.
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions while wearing PPE.
• Follow all site health and safety procedures at all times.
• Identify and report damaged equipment, hazards or unsafe working conditions.
• Move bins, cages, bags and containers around the recycling facility.

Skills

Physical fitness

Outdoor work

Attention to detail

Repetitive tasks

Team player

Health & safety

Job description

Recycling Operative

People Solutions are currently recruiting for anRecycling Operative to join our well-established client based inMiddleton /M24.This is a fantastic opportunity offering excellent rates of pay, stable weekday hours, and genuine opportunities for growth and progression.

This position is ideal for applicants looking for a role as a Waste Recycling Operative, Sorting Operative (Recycling) or Recycling Facility Operative.

Shifts

• Working 5 days out of 7 (weekend work is a must.


• 2 different shifts available:
  
  
  • Shift 1: 6.00am - 2.00pm
  
  
  • Shift 2: 2.00pm - 10.00pm
  
  
  
  

Rates of Pay

• £13.23 per hour


• £19.84 OT after 37.5 hours

Benefits

As an Recycling Operative, you will receive:

• Weekly Pay


• Overtime Available


• On-site Canteen / Vending Machines


• Training Provided


• Free Parking


• Christmas attendance bonus - up to £400

Day-to-Day Duties

As an Recycling Operative , your duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Assist with general recycling and waste-processing duties as required.


• Manually sort plastic, cardboard, paper, glass and other recyclable materials.


• Process and sort caged and food waste in an outdoor environment.


• Load and unload waste materials safely and efficiently.


• Operate basic recycling and waste-processing equipment following training.


• Load and move waste, bins, cages and recycling materials.


• Keep the recycling area clean, tidy and free from hazards.


• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions while wearing the required PPE.


• Follow all site health and safety procedures at all times.


• Identify and report damaged equipment, hazards or unsafe working conditions.


• Move bins, cages, bags and containers around the recycling facility.


• Assist with loading waste into machinery, skips or designated containers.


• Maintain a steady pace while working as part of a recycling team.


• Carry out repetitive manual handling tasks safely.


• Separate materials accurately to maintain recycling quality standards.


• Assist colleagues with other general waste and recycling duties as required.

Essential Skills

• As an Recycling Operative, you will need:


• Good physical fitness and ability to carry out manual handling.


• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.


• Good attention to detail when sorting recyclable materials.


• Willingness to carry out repetitive tasks and general cleaning duties.


• Reliable, punctual and able to work as part of a team.


• Ability to follow health and safety procedures.

Desirable Experience

• Recycling Operative experience.

Training Provided

• Industry-related training and ongoing support throughout

People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process