Skilled Operative (Non Ferrous – Basildon)

Global Ardour Recycling; Basildon; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Free on-site parking

Training and development

Career progression

Inclusive team culture

Job summary

Global Ardour Recycling in Basildon is seeking a Non-Ferrous Scale Operator to join our yard team. You will identify, sort, weigh and process non-ferrous metals safely and efficiently. The role requires reliability, accuracy and a strong commitment to health and safety, with training provided.

Forklift experience is desirable but not essential. We offer a full-time permanent position, pension, free on-site parking, training and a supportive, inclusive team culture with clear opportunities for

Qualifications

• Experience in scrap metal recycling.
• Knowledge of non-ferrous metals.
• Forklift experience or license desirable.
• Reliable, hardworking with attention to detail.
• Health and safety conscious.

Responsibilities

• Identify, sort and process non-ferrous metals per procedures.
• Assist with weighing materials and deliveries for customers, suppliers and the public.
• Coordinate with yard team and follow instructions to maintain operations.
• Operate plant equipment and forklifts where trained and authorised.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping in the work area.

Skills

Scrap metal recycling

Non-ferrous metals

Forklift license

Attention to detail

Health and safety

Job description

Role: Non-Ferrous Scale Operator

Location: Hovefields Avenue, Basildon, SS13 1EB

Hours: 42.75 hours per week (predominantly Monday–Friday, with flexibility required across seven days).

Salary: Potential earnings from £30,000 per annum, dependent on skills and experience

The Business:

Global Ardour Recycling is a growing family-run business committed to sustainability, innovation, and community impact. The company specialises in processing both ferrous and non-ferrous metals, helping businesses recycle materials responsibly while contributing to a more sustainable future.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we strive to create a supportive, inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to grow.

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.

We are now looking to recruit a Non-Ferrous Scale Operator to join our team at our Basildon site.

The Role

As a Non-Ferrous Scale Operator, you will play a key role in the daily operations of the yard, ensuring non-ferrous materials are correctly identified, sorted, weighed and processed safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, sort and process non-ferrous metals in accordance with company procedures.
• Assist customers, suppliers and members of the public with weighing materials and deliveries.
• Work closely with the yard team, communicating effectively and following instructions.
• Operate plant equipment and forklift trucks where trained and authorised.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, ensuring your work area is clean and tidy.
• Follow all health and safety regulations and safe systems of work.
• Assist with general yard duties as required.
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Work with the yard team and management to maintain high operational standards.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience within scrap metal recycling.
• Has knowledge of non-ferrous metals.
• Is comfortable working across different areas of a scrap yard.
• Has forklift truck experience or a valid licence, although this is desirable rather than essential.
• Is reliable, hardworking and able to demonstrate accuracy and attention to detail.
• Is health and safety conscious.

What We Offer

• Full-time, permanent position.
• Potential earnings from £30,000 per annum, dependent on skills and experience.
• Opportunities for training and development.
• Supportive and inclusive team environment.
• Career progression within a growing recycling company.
• Company pension.
• Free on-site parking.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons 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- and post-employment drug and alcohol testing.