Waste Yard Specialist - Environmental Operations

Adler & Allan Ltd

United Kingdom

Remote

GBP 18,000 - 24,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Adler and Allan Group in Rainham, Essex, is seeking a proactive Yard Operative to join our waste yard team. You will play a hands-on role in the receipt, segregation, storage, and movement of waste streams while upholding the highest environmental and safety standards.

The role requires loading and unloading containers, drums, IBCs, skips and tankers; keeping the yard safe, organised and inspection-ready; completing accurate waste documentation and supporting audits, inspections, and regulator

Qualifications

Experience in an industrial, waste, environmental, or logistics yard.
Solid understanding of health & safety in a high-risk environment.
Ability to follow procedures and work safely.
Physical fitness for manual handling tasks.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

Managing the receipt, segregation, storage, and movement of waste streams
Loading and unloading containers, drums, IBCs, skips, and tankers
Carrying out waste handling tasks including decanting, dewatering, and basic processing
Keeping the yard organised, safe, and inspection-ready
Completing accurate waste documentation and internal records
Conducting routine checks on containers, equipment, and infrastructure
Supporting audits, inspections, and regulator visits
Working closely with operations, transport, and compliance teams
Following site instructions, method statements, and safety procedures
Contributing to continuous improvement across the site