Waste & Recycling Operator — FLT & Weighbridge Pro

Veolia; Preston; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Free physiotherapy

Discounts on groceries and retailers

Health resources and support

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Veolia in Blackburn, Lancashire is seeking an on-site Waste Operations Operative. You will escort off-site teams and assist with loading, weigh waste items, and manage on-site recycling processes. This role supports safe, compliant waste handling and helps drive environmental performance.

Candidates will have a Full Clean Driving Licence and an FLT licence, with manual handling experience. A strong team fit, training opportunities, and a pension are available in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Full Clean Driving Licence required.
• FLT licence (Forklift) required.
• Experience with manual handling and hazardous waste handling preferred.

Responsibilities

• Escort off-site collection teams on and off sites and assist with Hazardous waste loading.
• Weigh and operate weighbridge for waste items.
• Collect and empty dry hazardous waste bins and manage on-site baler/recycling processes.
• Maintain high cleanliness in the recycling yard and keep accurate records.

Skills

Full clean driving licence

FLT licence

Manual handling experience

Job description

Veolia in Blackburn, Lancashire is seeking an on-site Waste Operations Operative. You will escort off-site teams and assist with loading, weigh waste items, and manage on-site recycling processes. This role supports safe, compliant waste handling and helps drive environmental performance.

Candidates will have a Full Clean Driving Licence and an FLT licence, with manual handling experience. A strong team fit, training opportunities, and a pension are available in a supportive environment.