Recycling Operative

QS Recruitment; Newark on Trent; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A staffing agency in Newark on Trent is looking for a Recycling Centre Operative. This role involves assisting customers with waste disposal, ensuring the site remains clean, and completing related paperwork. The ideal candidate should have customer service skills and a positive attitude. This temporary position offers £12.21 per hour with opportunities for progression. Split shifts are included, and no visa sponsorship is offered.

Benefits

28 days of paid holiday

Double time on Sundays

Time and a half on Saturdays

Qualifications

• Recycling experience is beneficial but not necessary.
• Excellent customer service skills required.
• Must have a proactive and positive attitude.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Basic IT skills for data entry are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers in finding correct waste containers.
• Answer queries and guide customers on recycling.
• Sort waste and place in appropriate containers.
• Complete paperwork and data entry using tablets.
• Maintain cleanliness of the site.

Skills

Customer service skills

Teamwork

Proactive attitude

Basic IT skills

Job description

Please note that this position is open to UK applicants only

Job Description

Double time on Sundays!!

Are you looking for a role where you can progress within the company?

We are seeking a Recycling Centre Operative to join our team in Newark! This is a customer-facing role, helping the public correctly dispose of their waste while ensuring the site remains clean and organised.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting customers in finding the correct containers for their waste
• Answering queries and providing guidance on recycling
• Sorting through waste from black bin bags and placing it in the appropriate containers
• Completing paperwork and using tablets for data entryGeneral site cleaning and maintenance

Opportunities for Progression

• Site Foreman
• Assistant Site Foreman

Duration: This role has contracts for permanent jobs.

Contract Type: Temporary

Hourly Rate: The hourly wage for this role is £12.21, with 28 days of paid holiday!Saturdays are paid at Time and a Half!Sundays are paid at Double Time!Please note we do note we do not offer Visa Sponsorship.

Working Hours: Split shifts on a weekly rotation:

• Week 1: 08:00 – 16:30
• Week 2: 11:00 – 19:30

Closing Date: 20251128

Experience & Qualifications

What We’re Looking For:

• Recycling experience is not necessary but would be very beneficial
• Excellent customer service skills
• A proactive and positive attitude
• Ability to work as part of a teamBasic IT skills for data entry