Waste Operative: ISO 17025 Sorting & Sample Prep

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

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.