Recycling Operative (Export)

RGIT Australia; Preston; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Enhanced annual leave

Health Cash Plan

Training and development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Job summary

Global Ardour Recycling seeks an experienced Export Operative for our Preston site. The role involves safely removing, identifying and storing reusable parts from cars and motorcycles, and supporting ELV depollution. The job is outdoors, involves heavy lifting, and training will be provided.

Hours are 42.75 per week, Monday to Friday with Saturdays when required. We offer an equal opportunities policy, training and development, on-site parking and an enhanced annual leave package.

Qualifications

• Experience in vehicle mechanics, dismantling or related practical role.
• Ability to work with multiple vehicle makes and models.
• Willingness to work outdoors in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Safely removing, identifying and storing parts from cars and motorcycles.
• Removing tyres and batteries.
• Supporting the depollution of End-of-Life Vehicles (ELVs).
• Handling vehicle parts carefully to prevent damage.
• Completing paperwork accurately.
• Operating plant, equipment and forklift trucks where qualified.
• Inspecting and maintaining plant and equipment.
• Communicating effectively with other teams.
• Following site procedures and health and safety rules.
• Maintaining a clean, safe working area.

Skills

Vehicle mechanics experience

Dismantling

Outdoor work

Job description

PR2 5BX, England PR2 5BX, United Kingdom

Full-time Permanent Entry Level

Posted 25 Aug 2026

Description

Location:Longridge Road, Preston

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

Salary:Earning potential from £28,254.33 per year

About Us

Global Ardour Recycling is a family-run business built on sustainability, integrity, innovation and community. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued.

We are proud of our longstanding partnership with Onward Lives, which reflects our commitment to making a meaningful difference. This partnership influences how we operate, from reducing food waste to creating employment opportunities and supporting people with their reintegration into society.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Export Operative to join our team at our busy Preston site.

This is a practical, hands-on role involving the safe removal, identification and storage of reusable parts from cars and motorcycles. You will also support the depollution of End-of-Life Vehicles (ELVs) and help ensure work is completed safely, accurately and efficiently.

The role is primarily based outdoors and involves manual work and heavy lifting. Training will be provided on our processes and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely removing, identifying and storing parts from cars and motorcycles
• Removing tyres and batteries
• Supporting the depollution of End-of-Life Vehicles
• Handling vehicle parts carefully to prevent damage
• Completing all required paperwork accurately
• Operating plant, equipment and forklift trucks where appropriately qualified
• Inspecting and maintaining plant and equipment
• Working closely and communicating effectively with other teams
• Following instructions and established site procedures
• Complying with all environmental and health and safety requirements
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working area
• Supporting with other duties as required

About You

You will:

• Have previous experience in vehicle mechanics, dismantling or a similar practical role
• Be confident working with a wide variety of vehicle makes and models
• Have a good understanding of vehicle parts and components
• Be comfortable working outdoors in a busy environment
• Be physically able to undertake manual work involving heavy lifting
• Be reliable and demonstrate a strong work ethic
• Work accurately with excellent attention to detail
• Communicate effectively and work well as part of a team
• Take a proactive approach to health and safety
• Free on-site parking
• Enhanced annual leave
• Health Cash Plan
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Global Ardour Recycling is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from suitably qualified individuals regardless of race, sex, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation or age.

Health, safety and wellbeing are our priority. All roles are therefore subject to pre-employment and ongoing drug and alcohol testing.

Company Overview

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