Recycling Operative

RGIT Australia; Preston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Ardour Recycling is seeking a Recycling Operative for our Preston site. The role involves depollution of End-of-Life Vehicles, removal of catalytic converters, tyres, and batteries, and operating plant and equipment where qualified. The job is outdoors with manual work and heavy lifting.

We offer full-time permanent employment at our Preston site, with training provided and a strong emphasis on health and safety. A reliable work ethic and ability to work as part of a team are essential.

Qualifications

• Be comfortable working outdoors in a busy environment.
• Be physically able to carry out manual work involving heavy lifting.
• Be reliable and have a strong work ethic.
• Work accurately and demonstrate good attention to detail.
• Communicate well and work effectively as part of a team.
• Follow instructions and site procedures.
• Take a proactive approach to health and safety.
• Be confident working with a wide range of vehicle makes and models.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking the depollution of End-of-Life Vehicles (ELVs) - removing and storing parts safely (full training provided)
• Removing of catalytic convertors from vehicles
• Removing tyres
• Removal of batteries
• Operating plant and equipment (if qualified)
• Ensuring all paperwork is completed
• Maintaining all plant and equipment as well as reporting any faults or defects immediately
• FLT Driving (if qualified)
• Manual work with heavy lifting involved
• Ensuring compliance with environmental and health and safety policy and rules
• Maintaining good housekeeping practices ensuring area is always clean and tidy

Skills

Manual labour

Outdoor work

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication

Health & safety

FLT driving

Tools

Depollution equipment

Job description

PR2 5BX, England PR2 5BX, United Kingdom

Full-time Permanent Entry Level

Posted 25 Aug 2026

Description

Role: Recycling Operative

Location: Longridge Road, Preston

Hours:42.75 hours per week, Monday to Friday, plus Saturdays when required

Salary: Potential to earn from £28,254.33 per year

The Business:

Global Ardour Recycling is a family-run business driven by a strong commitment to sustainability, integrity, innovation, and community. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we strive to create a supportive, inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, regardless of their background.

We are proud of our longstanding partnership with the Onward Lives Charity, which reflects our values and passion for making a meaningful impact. This collaboration goes beyond financial support; it shapes how we operate daily, from reducing food waste to improving employability opportunities and supporting reintegration into society.

The Role:

We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Recycling Operative to support the day-to-day operations at our busy Preston site.

This is a varied, hands-on role involving vehicle depollution, the safe removal and storage of vehicle parts, general recycling duties and the operation of plant and equipment where appropriately qualified. The role is primarily outdoors and involves manual work and heavy lifting.

What you will be doing:

• Undertaking the depollution of End-of-Life Vehicles (ELVs) - removing and storing parts safely (full training provided)
• Removing of catalytic convertors from vehicles
• Removing tyres
• Removal of batteries
• Working closely with others, ensuring good communication and following instructions
• Liaising with other teams efficiently
• Operating plant and equipment (if qualified)
• Ensuring all paperwork is completed
• Maintaining all plant and equipment as well as reporting any faults or defects immediately
• FLT Driving (if qualified)
• Manual work with heavy lifting involved
• Ensuring compliance with environmental and health and safety policy and rules
• Maintaining good housekeeping practices ensuring area is always clean and tidy

About You

You will:

• Be comfortable working outdoors in a busy environment
• Be physically able to carry out manual work involving heavy lifting
• Be reliable and have a strong work ethic
• Work accurately and demonstrate good attention to detail
• Communicate well and work effectively as part of a team
• Follow instructions and site procedures
• Take a proactive approach to health and safety
• Be confident working with a wide range of vehicle makes and models

Previous experience in vehicle mechanics would be beneficial but is not essential.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

Health, safety and wellbeing are our priority and as such all roles are subject to pre and post employment drug testing.

Company Overview

Leading the way in Metal Recycling. We are Global Ardour Recycling, helping our customers reduce, reuse, and recycle.