Recycling Operative

The Best Connection; Waldron; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Temp-to-perm opportunities

Quick 15-minute registration

Job summary

The Best Connection is seeking Recycling Operatives for a busy yard in Hailsham. You will help sort recyclables on a line, maintain a safe workspace, and support team targets while following site regulations.

This role is physical, safety-conscious, and offers weekly pay with temp-to-perm opportunities. Right to work in the UK and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be reliable and punctual.
• Experience in a similar role is preferred.
• Ability to work safely in a yard environment.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and separate different recyclables (wood, metal, plastics).
• Keep a clean and safe working area at all times.
• Follow health and safety procedures and wear PPE.
• Report machinery faults or safety concerns to supervisors.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Reliability

Punctuality

Job description

Recycling Operatives Wanted - Consistent Work & Weekly Pay

Location: Hailsham | Shifts: 07:30 - 17:00

We are seeking reliable and hardworking Recycling Operatives to assist our client in a busy skip and waste management operation based in Hailsham. This is a physical role working in a recycling yard, supporting the sorting and processing of waste materials by working on a sorting line and removing recyclable material from waste.

You will work as part of a team, handling waste safely and efficiently, ensuring materials are correctly sorted in line with environmental and site regulations. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, is safety-conscious, and takes pride in contributing to environmentally responsible waste management.

You'll be responsible for:

• Identifying and separating different types of recyclables (e.g., wood, metal, plastics).
• Always maintaining a clean and safe working area.
• Follow health and safety procedures and wear appropriate PPE.
• Report any machinery faults or safety concerns to supervisors.
• Assist with general yard duties when required.
• Work effectively as part of a team to meet daily targets.
• Ensure compliance with company recycling standards and environmental policies.

Please note: your role may not be limited to these tasks

Requirements:

• Right to work in the UK.
• Access to a device to complete an online application.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Previous experience in a similar role
• Good attention to detail and teamwork skills
• Competitive hourly rate
• Weekly pay - every Friday
• Temp-to-perm opportunities
• Quick 15-minute registration process
• Access to hundreds of jobs across East Sussex
• Nationwide support from 85+ branches (easy transfer if you relocate)

Please note: All positions are subject to availability. Due to high volumes of applications, please allow up to 10 working days for a response. If you haven't heard from us in that time, unfortunately you've not been successful.