Waste & Recycling Operative — Drive Sustainability at Site

Vidrala; Chester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite gym

Pension scheme with company match up

Life cover at 3x annual salary

Cycle to work scheme

Free parking onsite

Job summary

Encirc, part of the Vidrala group, seeks an Environmental Services Operative to provide a reliable, safe waste and recycling service across Elton site in Cheshire. You will collect, segregate and prepare waste for reuse or disposal, ensuring compliance with policy and reducing environmental impact.

You will work with the Environment Team to improve waste reduction and sustainability, maintain site standards and follow SOPs while prioritising safety and accuracy in records.

Qualifications

• Experience in waste handling, recycling, facilities, logistics or a similar operational role.
• FLT Operator training and authorisation with relevant experience is desirable.
• Experience in operating balers or compactors is desirable.
• Ability to complete accurate records and use basic digital tools, including email, spreadsheets or site systems.
• Good communication and practical problem-solving skills. Able to work independently to instruction and contribute effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Waste collection, segregation and recycling across the Elton site.
• Operate the waste and recycling equipment when trained and authorised.
• Maintain clean, safe and compliant waste areas in line with SOPs and site standards.
• Coordinate waste movements with Facilities, Operations and approved contractors.
• Record throughput and report defects or unsafe conditions promptly.
• Support waste reduction, recycling and sustainability projects with the Environment Team.

Skills

Waste handling

Recycling practices

Facilities management

Logistics coordination

Communication skills

Problem solving

Tools

FLT operator equipment

Job description

Encirc, part of the Vidrala group, seeks an Environmental Services Operative to provide a reliable, safe waste and recycling service across Elton site in Cheshire. You will collect, segregate and prepare waste for reuse or disposal, ensuring compliance with policy and reducing environmental impact.

You will work with the Environment Team to improve waste reduction and sustainability, maintain site standards and follow SOPs while prioritising safety and accuracy in records.