Waste Operative: Baler & Recycling Support (Temp)

HSL; Tyseley; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

HSL at the NEC in Birmingham is seeking a Bin Operative for a temporary contract of approximately two months. The role offers £12.71 per hour, working Monday to Friday 08:00-16:30, with no weekend work. You will support day-to-day bin and waste operations and contribute to a clean, safe working environment at the site.

Ideal candidates are physically fit, hands-on, reliable and team-focused, able to follow established health and safety procedures and work well under supervision.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse, waste, recycling or similar environment beneficial but not essential.
• Forklift licence would be advantageous but not essential.
• Good level of physical fitness for manual handling and standing all day.
• Reliable and punctual; able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day bin and waste operations.
• Handle and sort waste materials, primarily fabric and cardboard.
• Break down cardboard and fabric for baler preparation.
• Operate baler following training and procedures.
• Keep waste areas clean, tidy and organized.
• Move materials and waste as required.
• Follow health and safety procedures at all times.
• Work as part of a team to maintain a clean, efficient environment.

Skills

Physical fitness

Reliability

Teamwork

Health and safety

Forklift license

Job description

HSL at the NEC in Birmingham is seeking a Bin Operative for a temporary contract of approximately two months. The role offers £12.71 per hour, working Monday to Friday 08:00-16:30, with no weekend work. You will support day-to-day bin and waste operations and contribute to a clean, safe working environment at the site.

Ideal candidates are physically fit, hands-on, reliable and team-focused, able to follow established health and safety procedures and work well under supervision.