Trainee Environmental Operative

Bennett & Game Recruitment; Tandridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Pension

Overtime

Training

Team support

Skill development

Career growth

Job summary

Bennett & Game Recruitment is seeking a Trainee Environmental Operative based in Caterham, Surrey. You will join a friendly team, receive full training and have the chance to develop specialist skills across environmental and civil projects.

Role involves site work across London and throughout the UK, learning tank works, groundworks, and safety procedures while earning a competitive salary and career progression in a growing business.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence is required.
• Physically fit with a hands-on approach.
• Willingness to learn and maintain a positive, professional attitude.
• Flexible about hours, travel and overnight stays.
• CSCS card desirable but training will be provided.
• Must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Assist with tank works, confined space works, groundworks, land remediation and civil works.
• Work across sites including London and across the UK.
• Operate company vehicles and equipment where qualified.
• Follow all health and safety procedures and company regulations.
• Work with experienced operatives to develop skills and knowledge.
• Travel to different sites and stay away overnight when required.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Physically fit

Willingness to learn

Flexible approach

Eligible to work in the UK

Job description

Location: Caterham, Surrey

Salary: £30,000-£35,000 depending on experience
Hours: Monday-Friday, 6:00am-4:00pm

Our client is looking for a motivated Trainee Environmental Operative to join their friendly and supportive team based in Caterham. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop a long-term career in environmental services, with full training provided and the chance to learn specialist skills across a variety of projects.

Overview

• Assist with tank works, confined space works, groundworks, land remediation and civil works.
• Work across a variety of sites, including projects in London and throughout the UK.
• Operate company vehicles and equipment where suitably qualified.
• Follow all health and safety procedures and company regulations.
• Work alongside experienced operatives, developing practical skills and specialist knowledge.
• Travel to different sites and stay away overnight when required.

Requirements

• Full UK driving licence.
• Physically fit and comfortable with hands-on, practical work.
• A positive, professional and approachable attitude with a willingness to learn.
• Flexible approach to working hours, travel and occasional overnight stays.
• Ability to commute to the Caterham base daily when required.
• CSCS card desirable but not essential.
• Any relevant construction, engineering or environmental qualifications would be beneficial, but training will be provided.
• Must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

Salary & Benefits

• £30,000-£35,000 salary, depending on experience.
• Annual performance-related bonus.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Full training and career development.
• Supportive team environment.
• Varied work with opportunities to develop specialist skills.
• Long-term career prospects within a growing business.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone with experience in general labouring, groundworks or construction who wants to learn a specialist trade, as well as candidates looking to start a career in environmental services.