Recycling Operative

SUEZ; Redhill; Remote; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

SUEZ in the United Kingdom is seeking a hands-on site operative to help the public recycle responsibly and reduce waste going to landfill. You’ll work as part of a supportive site team to ensure safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible site operations.

In this role you’ll provide friendly customer service, keep your areas tidy, advise on maximising recycling, and maintain accurate records. A flexible approach and willingness to undertake training are essential to support colleagues

Qualifications

• Customer service experience preferred.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Willingness to undertake training including waste acceptance and equipment operation.
• Basic administrative skills to record data accurately.
• Commitment to Health and Safety compliance and SUEZ values.

Responsibilities

• Assist site visitors and provide friendly customer service.
• Keep assigned areas clean, tidy and well‑organised.
• Encourage recycling and maximise materials recovered.
• Maintain accurate records of material movements.
• Follow Health and Safety policies to protect colleagues and visitors.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Administration

Health & Safety

Willingness to learn

Job description

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll join a supportive site team and play an important role in helping the public recycle responsibly and reduce waste going to landfill. This is a hands‑on role where you’ll contribute to safe, efficient and environmentally responsible site operations.
Your responsibilities include:

• Providing friendly, helpful customer service and supporting visitors to use the site safely
• Keeping your areas of responsibility clean, tidy and well‑organised
• Advising and assisting the public to maximise recycling and recover as many materials as possible
• Maintaining accurate records of material movements and completing administrative tasks as required
• Ensuring full compliance with Health and Safety legislation and SUEZ policies to protect colleagues, customers and the wider community

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for an enthusiastic team player who takes pride in delivering high standards and is committed to supporting sustainable site operations. You’ll be encouraged to learn, grow and develop your skills.

We’re looking for:

• A flexible approach, with the ability to support colleagues by covering holiday or sickness when needed
• Strong teamwork skills and a commitment to excellent customer service
• Willingness to undertake training, including waste acceptance and equipment operation
• Basic administration skills to record data accurately
• A responsible, respectful and ethical approach in line with the SUEZ Values and Ethics Charter

Who We Are

At SUEZ, the sustainable management of resources across the UK is at the heart of everything we do. Respect—acting ethically and with integrity— is one of our core values. We’re passionate about protecting the environment and supporting the communities we serve. With genuine team spirit, we deliver services that go above and beyond, ensuring households and businesses have access to essential water and waste solutions.

We recognise and value the contribution of our people. You’ll find development opportunities, wide‑ranging benefits and a friendly, supportive environment where you can grow, share your ideas and play your part in creating a better future for all.