Recycling Operative

Enva; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company pension scheme

Enhanced family friendly policies

24/7Employee Assistance Programme

Bike2Work scheme

Free on-site parking

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Job summary

Enva is seeking a Recycling Operative in Colwick for a permanent, full-time role within the Operations department. The position involves sorting recyclable materials on a moving conveyor, removing contaminants, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met.

You will work in an indoor recycling facility with exposure to noise and varying temperatures, and may undertake shift work including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays as required.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced industrial environment.
• Good attention to detail and ability to identify different recyclable materials.
• Physically fit and able to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to follow safety instructions and procedures.
• Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented.
• Previous experience in recycling, waste management, manufacturing, or warehouse operations is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Sort and separate recyclable materials such as paper, cardboard, plastics, metals, and glass from a conveyor belt.
• Remove non-recyclable, contaminated, or hazardous items from the waste stream.
• Maintain quality standards by ensuring materials are correctly segregated.
• Monitor the conveyor line and report equipment faults or operational issues.
• Keep the work area clean and free from hazards.
• Follow all health, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Assist with housekeeping duties and general plant operations as required.
• Wear and properly use personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Work effectively as part of a team to meet production targets.

Skills

Fast-paced environment

Attention to detail

Physically fit

Safety procedures

Reliability & teamwork

Industry/waste awareness

Job description

Recycling Operative

Department: Operations

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Colwick

Description

A Recycling Line Picker is responsible for sorting and separating recyclable materials from a moving conveyor belt in a recycling or waste processing facility. The role helps ensure recyclable materials are recovered efficiently while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Sort and separate recyclable materials such as paper, cardboard, plastics, metals, and glass from a conveyor belt.
• Remove non-recyclable, contaminated, or hazardous items from the waste stream.
• Maintain quality standards by ensuring materials are correctly segregated.
• Monitor the conveyor line and report equipment faults or operational issues.
• Keep the work area clean and free from hazards.
• Follow all health, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Assist with housekeeping duties and general plant operations as required.
• Wear and properly use personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Work effectively as part of a team to meet production targets.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Ability to work in a fast-paced industrial environment.
• Good attention to detail and ability to identify different recyclable materials.
• Physically fit and able to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to follow safety instructions and procedures.
• Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented.
• Previous experience in recycling, waste management, manufacturing, or warehouse operations is advantageous but not essential.

Working Conditions

• Indoor recycling or waste processing facility.
• Exposure to noise, dust, odors, and varying temperatures.
• Standing for long periods and performing repetitive tasks.
• Shift work, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, may be required.

Typical PPE Requirements

• Safety boots
• High-visibility clothing
• Gloves
• Safety glasses
• Hearing protection (where required)
• Dust mask or respiratory protection (where required)

Why Work For Enva?

Enva is committed to providing more than just jobs, we want to grow our business by offering career paths that match the aspirations of the talent that is increasingly aware of the need to protect the planet we all share. For the right candidates, the possibilities are truly endless and we will offer all the support, training and benefits you need to help you realise your true potential.

Examples of Company Benefits:

• A competitive salary in a growing company committed to our people.
• Competitive holiday allowance.
• Company pension scheme.
• Enhanced family friendly policies.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Lifestyle & leisure discounts (gym, cinema, shopping, and more).
• Employee life insurance.
• Bike2Work scheme.
• Free on-site parking.
• Holiday Purchase Scheme.