Waste Operative

AHK Group Ltd; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Alfred H Knight in Rotherham is seeking a Waste Operative to join the Energy Services team. You will receive, sort and weigh waste streams to precise standards, including household waste, and perform sample preparation and composition sorting in line with ISO 17025 procedures.

This practical role requires reliability, attention to detail and a proactive team approach. Occasional site work away from Rotherham may be necessary; a full UK driving licence is required.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude with pride in accuracy and task ownership.
• Solid basic numeracy skills with careful material sorting and logging.
• Strong interpersonal skills and respectful teamwork.
• Ability to use initiative in a busy, changing environment.
• Commitment to high health and safety standards and PPE use.

Responsibilities

• Receive, sort and weigh various waste streams to precise standards.
• Perform sample preparation and composition sorting per ISO 17025.
• Log figures accurately and contribute to data quality for clients.
• Collaborate with the Test Centre team in a structured, supportive way.

Skills

Positive Can-Do Mindset

Practical Accuracy

Team Player

Adaptability Initiative

Safety Minded

Job description

WHAT IS ON OFFER

At Alfred H Knight, we have an exciting opportunity for a Waste Operative to join our fast-paced Energy Services team in Rotherham.

In this key practical position, you will be instrumental in receiving, sorting, and weighing various waste streams (including household black bag waste) to precise standards. Working alongside our Test Centre team, you'll carry out sample preparation and composition sorting in line with ISO 17025 procedures—providing our clients with the essential, accurate data they need.

If you enjoy active, structured work, take pride in high standards, and thrive in a supportive team environment, we’d love to have you on board!

ABOUT US

Alfred H Knight is a totally independent, family owned business spanning five generations. A global network of strategically placed offices and laboratories enable global trade by providing independent inspection, analysis and consultancy services to the metals and minerals, solid fuels and agriculture industries. We have honed and carefully crafted our reputation. Delivering knowledge and professionalism in all aspects of weighing, sampling and analysis. We thrive by continuing to re-invest in our facilities, technology and people.

DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?

We are looking for a reliable, proactive team player with a great work ethic and an eye for detail.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND WORK EXPERIENCE

Key Skills & Attributes

• Positive "Can-Do" Mindset: Takes pride in their work, brings a energetic attitude, and takes ownership of tasks.
• Practical Accuracy: Solid basic numeracy skills with great focus when sorting materials and logging figures.
• Team Player: Strong interpersonal skills with an open, honest, and respectful approach to working with colleagues.
• Adaptability & Initiative: Able to use initiative in a busy environment with changing daily priorities.
• Safety Minded: Committed to maintaining high Health & Safety standards and wearing required PPE at all times.

Essential Requirements

• Driving Licence: Hold a full UK driving licence.
• Flexibility: Occasional requirement to work away from Rotherham to undertake site work.

BENEFITS

We are offering an excellent opportunity with a salary and benefits package to match including pension, life assurance and an employee assistance programme.

If you are invited to interview, please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to the recruitment process that will enable you to perform to the best of your ability.

Alfred H Knight is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment and hence welcomes applications from all sections of the community.