Senior Operative, Barking

Cory Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading waste management company in Greater London is seeking a Senior Operative for their Barking Transfer Station. This pivotal role involves managing operations and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while leading a team to deliver effective waste transfer services. Candidates should have prior experience in waste processing facilities, strong communication skills, and a commitment to maintaining operational excellence. Flexibility in working hours is required, as the role entails a 24-hour shift pattern.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a waste transfer / processing facility (desirable).
• Supervisory or team‑leading qualification (desirable).
• Good communication, problem-solving and organisational skills.
• Flexible approach and willingness to work additional hours or weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of Operatives to ensure effective service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and waste legislation.
• Control the process and movement of waste including acceptance criteria and documentation.
• Complete all required paperwork accurately and on time.

Job description

Cory is one of the UK’s leading waste management and recycling companies. We operate the Barking site where we are developing a brand‑new Waste Transfer Station facility expected to open in early 2026 in addition to its existing Transfer Stations operated on behalf of the Western Riverside Waste Authority (Smugglers Way and Cringle Dock), City of London (Walbrook Wharf) and Tower Hamlets (Northumberland Wharf).

Senior Operative – Barking Transfer Station

This key role supports the Site Management Team to ensure the efficient and effective control of operations and resources at the Transfer Station. You will play a vital part in ensuring waste transfer acceptance and disposal activities are compliant with statutory legislation and company requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Report directly to the Management Team and assist in the efficient operation and resource management of the Transfer Station
• Manage a team of Operatives to ensure effective service delivery
• Work with Management Team regarding logistical requirements (e.g. barges required)
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and waste legislation
• Control the process and movement of waste including acceptance criteria and documentation
• Operate and maintain plant and equipment, ensuring all safety checks and procedures are followed
• Communicate effectively within the team and with contractors, customers and management
• Complete all required paperwork accurately and on time
• Carry out any other reasonable duties as required by the business

Shift Pattern

The successful candidate will be required to work on a 24‑hour shift rota including scheduled Saturday and Sunday working averaging approximately 42 hours per week. During the initial training period and until the new Transfer Station is operational you will be required to work on day shift.

Job Requirements

• Previous experience working in a waste transfer / processing facility (desirable)
• Supervisory or team‑leading qualification (desirable)
• Previous experience in training other team members (train the trainer)
• IOSH Supervising / Managing Safely (desirable)
• Ability to operate plant and equipment (training provided if required)
• Proven ability to work at height
• Good communication, problem‑solving and organisational skills
• Flexible approach and willingness to work additional hours or weekends as required
• IT skills (Microsoft Office)
• Driving licence (desirable)
• Commitment to personal development and maintaining the company’s management systems

Additional Information

While this role is based at our Barking Transfer Station you may be required to work at other Transfer Stations if required, especially during the initial training period.

Thank you for your application

We look forward to receiving your application.