Waste & Recycling Site Operative — Keep Our Community Green

Biffa; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development

Pension scheme

Discounts (retail & leisure)

Holiday & travel discounts

Bike to work

Job summary

Biffa is seeking a Site Operative in East Grinstead to help run a busy recycling centre safely and efficiently. You will assist visitors, support day-to-day operations and contribute to a cleaner, greener community.

In this outdoor role you will observe company standards, work with a team and independently, and help maximize recycling through effective waste sorting while upholding a strong safety focus.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills with a friendly, helpful attitude.
• A team player who can also work independently.
• A proactive and organized approach to site maintenance.
• The ability to handle challenges with a problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day operations and ensure everything runs smoothly.
• Assist visitors in sorting and recycling waste effectively.
• Keep the site clean, safe, and organized.
• Prevent commercial and non-compliant waste from entering the site.
• Promote recycling by maximizing waste segregation wherever possible.
• Be part of a team making a tangible impact on the environment and the local community.
• Gain hands-on experience working in a dynamic, outdoor environment.
• Enjoy the satisfaction of knowing your efforts help reduce waste and increase recycling.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Team player

Proactive and organized

Problem-solving mindset

Job description

Biffa is seeking a Site Operative in East Grinstead to help run a busy recycling centre safely and efficiently. You will assist visitors, support day-to-day operations and contribute to a cleaner, greener community.

In this outdoor role you will observe company standards, work with a team and independently, and help maximize recycling through effective waste sorting while upholding a strong safety focus.