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Sep 06, 2026  
Recycling Operative
Recycling Operative – Warsop (NG20) Location: Warsop, NG20 Job Type: Full-Time Shift Pattern: 4 on, 2 off rotating shifts — 8:00am–4:30pm or 11:30am–8:00pm About the Role We are currently recruiting Recycling Operatives to join a busy recycling facility in Warsop (NG20). This is a hands-on role working on-site, helping to sort and separate recyclable materials to support efficient and environmentally responsible operations. This role is ideal for someone reliable, hardworking, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, physical environment. Key Responsibilities * Sorting recyclable materials from waste streams * Removing non-recyclable items by hand * Working safely on a production or conveyor line * Maintaining cleanliness and tidiness of the work area * Following all health, safety, and site procedures About You * Happy to work in a manual, hands-on role * Comfortable working around waste and recyclable materials * Reliable, punctual, and able to work...
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CV-Library Warsop, Nottinghamshire Contractor
CL
Sep 05, 2026  
Recycling Operative / Telehandler Driver Leeds LS11
Recycling Operative/Telehandler Operator Location: Beeston, Leeds (LS11) Shift: Afternoon Shift Hours: Monday to Friday, 3:30pm to 12:00am (midnight) Pay Rate: £15.10 per hour We are currently looking for an experienced Telehandler Operator to join recycling and waste operation team in Beeston, Leeds. This is a temporary ongoing opportunity for a reliable and motivated individual who can work effectively within a busy site environment. The Role Operating a Telehandler to support waste and recycling site operations Loading, moving, and transporting materials safely around the site Assisting with general site duties when required Working closely with the operations team to ensure site efficiency Following all health and safety procedures and site regulations Requirements Valid Telehandler qualification/licence (in-house or external certificates accepted) Previous experience operating a Telehandler Experience working within waste management, recycling, or similar industrial...
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CV-Library Leeds, West Yorkshire Contractor
CL
Sep 04, 2026  
Recycling Operative
Job Description: Synergise Recruitment Solutions are on the hunt for Recycling Line Pickers to pick, sort, and separate materials on a recycling line to ensure quality and efficiency for our client on the outskirts of Exeter. Our client is looking for people that are ready to start immediately, with their own transport due to the location Hours & Pay: * Monday to Friday 03.00am - 13.00pm initially, changing to 07.00am-17.00pm after the Summer * £12.93ph Key Responsibilities: * Sort recyclable materials quickly and accurately. * Remove non-recyclable or contaminated items. * Keep your area clean and safe. * Follow health & safety procedures at all times. Requirements: * Ability to work on your feet for long periods. * Reliable and punctual. * Attention to detail. * No experience necessary; training provided. What We Offer: * Competitive pay rates (PAYE). * Temp-to-perm opportunity. * Supportive and friendly working environment....
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CV-Library EX5, Broadclyst, Devon Contractor
CL
Sep 04, 2026  
Recycling Operative
oin our dynamic team as a Recycling Operative and play a vital role in promoting environmental sustainability through efficient waste management and recycling processes. In this energetic position, you will be responsible for sorting, processing, and preparing recyclable materials while ensuring safety and operational excellence. Your proactive approach and mechanical knowledge will help us meet our sustainability goals while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to eco-friendly initiatives and develop valuable skills in waste management operations. Duties * Sort and separate recyclable materials such as plastics, metals, paper, and electronics with precision and efficiency * Operate heavy machinery and equipment safely, including balers, conveyors, and shredders * Conduct heavy lifting of recyclable items to ensure proper handling and processing * Maintain cleanliness of work areas by clearing...
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CV-Library Linwood, Renfrewshire Contractor
CL
Sep 04, 2026  
Recycling Operative
Job Title: Recycling Operative Location: Musselburgh Pay Rate: £12.71 p/h  Overtime: Overtime paid after 46.25 hours Fifth Wheel Recruitment are looking for Recycling Operatives in Musselburgh to work with our client, who are regional leader in sustainable waste management.   Employee Benefits: Competitive Salary: £12.71 p/h Immediate Starts: Begin earning immediately Weekly Pay: Payday every Friday Overtime Opportunities: Boost your earnings (enhanced rates paid after 8.25 hours) Excellent Facilities: Comfortable break areas Vending machines Free, secure car parkingProfessional Development: Full on-the-job training Excellent upskilling opportunities  Roles & Responsibilities: Picking recyclable materials from a moving conveyor belt Separating materials into the correct recycling chutes Carrying out general housekeeping duties around the site Cleaning machinery and work areas Helping maximise recycling quality and recovery rates Following all health & safety...
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CV-Library Musselburgh EH21, UK Contractor
CL
Sep 03, 2026  
Recycling Operative
Recycling Operative  Leicester, LE4  £12.71 Per Hour   We are looking for hard working individuals who don’t mind getting their hands dirty!  IMMEDIATE STARTS AVAILABLE    The role involves sorting through recyclable materials and ensuring safe disposal.   You will be working in the yard and carrying out duties as required as well as cleaning machinery and working areas.    This involves working in a dusty and dirty environment, but with a great team!    The hours of work are 06:30am – 17:00pm and can be worked between Monday and Friday.    There is the flexibility to work part-time or full-time.    Overview of Duties:  Sorting of recyclable materials  Moving materials to locations around the site  Cleaning of machinery    About you:  Team Player  Physically able to be able to be on feet all day  Would suit someone from a labouring type background  Hard-working & reliable
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CV-Library Leicester, UK Contractor
CL
Aug 27, 2026  
Recycling Operative
We are currently looking for a Recycling Operative. You will be working in Burton. This is looking to start ASAP Monday - Sunday (Rota will be provided) 09:00am - 17:00pm Temp Contract - Ongoing Pay rate - £13.47ph paye Job Purpose To provide a helpful, courteous and professional service to the public by helping them to dispose of their waste, whilst maximising recycling. Assist in the operation in accordance with the Environmental permit, Planning Permission and Council Procedures. Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer. To discuss this vacancy, please apply to the job with your updated CV
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CV-Library DE14, Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire Contractor
CL
Aug 22, 2026  
Recycling Operative
Local Council are looking for a Recycling Operative to join Melton RHWS, but able to travel to cover Loughborough or Mountsorrel RHWS, if required. Working outside you will be required to assist and advise customers with the recycling and disposal of waste materials. This role will be a floater position covering the above sites when needed, but mainly based at Melton, so transport and a full driving license will be required. The position includes: – • Completion of manual work • Dealing with the general public • Excellent customer service skills • Able to operate machinery. • Able to work as part of a team. Commencing on a temporary basis. Pay £14.00 per hour, working 5 days a week, including weekends and 3 days in the week. Summer hours are 9am – 7pm (Starting 1st April) Winter hours from October 9am – 4pm
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CV-Library Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire Contractor
CL
Aug 22, 2026  
Recycling Operative - Whetstone
Local Council are looking for a number of Recycling Operatives for their Whetstone depot Working outside you will be required to assist and advise customers with the recycling and disposal of waste materials. You will be required to work from different sites, so transport and a full driving license will be required. The position includes: – * Completion of manual work * Dealing with the general public * Excellent customer service skills * Able to operate machinery. * Able to work as part of a team. Commencing on a temporary basis, initially for 6 months, however will lead to longer for the right candidate Pay: £14.00 per hour Working Days: Thursday - Monday (5 days our of 7) Summer hours are 9am – 7pm. Winter hours from October 9am – 4pm
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CV-Library Whetstone, Leicestershire Contractor
CL
Aug 22, 2026  
Recycling Operative - Kibworth & Market Harborough
Local Council are looking for a Recycling Operative to cover between their sites in Market Harborough & Kibworth, so transport and a full driving license will be required. Working outside you will be required to assist and advise customers with the recycling and disposal of waste materials. The position includes: – * Completion of manual work * Dealing with the general public * Excellent customer service skills * Able to operate machinery. * Able to work as part of a team. Commencing on a temporary basis, initially for 6 months, however will lead to longer for the right candidate Pay £14.00 per hour Working Days: Will be 5 days from 7 - WILL INCLUDE WEEKENDS Summer hours are 9am – 7pm. Winter hours from October 9am – 4pm
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CV-Library Market Harborough, Leicestershire Contractor
CL
Aug 22, 2026  
Recycling Operative - Shepshed/Lount
Local Council are looking for a Recycling Operative for their Shepshed & Lount Depots You will be required to cover both sites, therefore transport and a full driving license will be required. Working outside you will be required to assist and advise customers with the recycling and disposal of waste materials. The position includes: – * Completion of manual work * Dealing with the general public * Excellent customer service skills * Able to operate machinery. * Able to work as part of a team. Commencing on a temporary basis, initially for 6 months, however will lead to longer for the right candidate Pay £14.00 per hour Working Days: 5 out of 7 days - WILL INCLUDE WEEKENDS Summer hours are 9am – 7pm. Winter hours from October 9am – 4pm
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CV-Library Shepshed, Leicestershire Contractor
CL
Aug 15, 2026  
Recycling Operative
Local Council are looking for a Recycling Operative to join Oadby RHWS, but able to travel to cover Whetstone RHWS, if required. Working outside you will be required to assist and advise customers with the recycling and disposal of waste materials. Transport and a full driving license will be required in case you need you to travel to cover other sites. The position includes: – • Completion of manual work • Dealing with the general public • Excellent customer service skills • Able to operate machinery. • Able to work as part of a team. Commencing on a temporary basis. Pay £14.00 per hour, working 5 days a week, including weekends and 3 days in the week. Summer hours are 9am – 7pm (Starting 1st April) Winter hours from October 9am – 4pm
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CV-Library Oadby, Leicestershire Contractor
CL
Aug 13, 2026  
Recycling Operative
Apex Resources are currently recruiting for Recycling Worker for their client based in Kilsyth. .The successful candidate will play a vital role in the collection, sorting, and processing of recyclable materials. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to environmental sustainability while working in a dynamic and physically active environment. Applicants should be physically fit, reliable, and eager to support eco-friendly initiatives. Duties * Collect recyclable materials from designated areas using appropriate tools and equipment * Sort recyclables accurately according to material type and quality standards * Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the recycling site to ensure efficient operations * Conduct routine inspections of equipment and report any faults or issues promptly * Follow health and safety guidelines at all times to prevent accidents or injuries Experience * Previous experience in waste management, recycling facilities, or related...
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CV-Library Kilsyth, North Lanarkshire Contractor
CL
Sep 05, 2026  
Recycling Centre Operative
Household Recycling Centre (HRC) Operative - Driving Downpatrick, Newry, Mourne and Down District Council £14.07/hour (PAYE) 36 hours per week | Temporary - 26 weeks Start date: 1 September 2026 About the Role We're recruiting on behalf of Newry, Mourne and Down District Council for a Household Recycling Centre (HRC) Operative to join their Neighbourhood Services team. You'll be based at the Household Recycling Centre (HRC) - the local recycling and tip site - on Flying Horse Rd, Downpatrick, helping members of the public sort and dispose of their waste safely and responsibly. You'll play a key role in delivering a safe, courteous, and efficient recycling service to the public. What You'll Be Doing Operating the Civic Amenity and Recycling Centre, promoting recycling to all site users Handling cash and issuing receipts in line with council procedures Directing traffic and assisting members of the public with tipping Maintaining the cleanliness and upkeep of the site and...
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CV-Library Downpatrick, County Down Contractor
CL
Sep 06, 2026  
Waste Operative
Barker Ross is currently recruiting for several Recycling Operative's to join our client specialising in recycling waste streams for individual clients. This is a temporary on going position due to start as soon as possible, with the potential to join the company following a successful probation period! This particular site is based in Broughton, Chester and is a manufacturer of aerospace products. You will be required to work in conjunction with Site Management to safely deliver through put of waste in the Transfer Station and be responsible for contributing to waste management processes and standards on site. Initially, you will be required to work 8:00am-4:00pm Monday to Friday. Once fully trained, you would then go onto either of the below shift patterns:- - Day shift working 06:00-18:00 on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern The hourly rate for this role is paying £12.71 per hour - plus overtime after 40 hours Duties of the role will include:- Day to day site...
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CV-Library Chester, Cheshire Contractor
CL
Sep 06, 2026  
Waste Operative
Barker Ross is currently recruiting for several Recycling Operative's to join our client specialising in recycling waste streams for individual clients. This is a temporary on going position due to start as soon as possible, with the potential to join the company following a successful probation period! This particular site is based in Broughton, Chester and is a manufacturer of aerospace products. You will be required to work in conjunction with Site Management to safely deliver through put of waste in the Transfer Station and be responsible for contributing to waste management processes and standards on site. Initially, you will be required to work 8:00am-4:00pm Monday to Friday. Once fully trained, you would then go onto the below shift patterns:- Double days working 06.00-14.30 week one and 12.30-21.00 week two. Monday-Friday The hourly rate for this role is paying £12.71 per hour - plus overtime after 40 hours worked. Duties of the role will include:- Day to day...
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CV-Library Chester, Cheshire Contractor
CL
Sep 05, 2026  
VEKA - Van Driver/Recycling Op
IMMEDIATE START - RECYCLING OP / VAN DRIVER 🚨 💷 £13.50 Per Hour | Monday to Friday | Temp to Perm We're urgently recruiting for a Recycling Operative / Van Driver to join our team with an immediate start available. 🚐 The Role: Collecting UPVC windows from installers Transporting materials back to our hub site Driving a company van (provided) Supporting recycling and handling operations Monday to Friday working pattern 💪 What We're Looking For: Full UK Driving Licence - Essential Physically fit and comfortable with heavy lifting Reliable, hardworking, and able to work independently Happy to undertake a very labour-intensive role ✅ What's on Offer: £13.50 per hour Company van provided Monday to Friday Temp to perm opportunity Immediate start available📞 Ready to start work straight away? Apply now! Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people
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CV-Library Bathgate, West Lothian Contractor
CL
Sep 03, 2026  
Production Operatives
Production Operative / Recycling Operatives 4 on / 4 off Shift Pattern (Days & Nights Rotation) Shift Times: 5:45am - 6:00pm / 5:45pm - 6:00am rotating shift pattern Pay Rate: £14.89 per hour FLT /Forklift Counterbalance is required. Our client, a UK leader in recycling end‑of‑life materials, is looking for Production Operatives with in date Counterbalance Licence to support safe, efficient and reliable production operations. With a strong commitment to sustainability and innovation, the company has recently undergone major positive transformation and is now proudly accredited as a Great Place to Work. If you are hands on and passionate about doing things right the first time, this is an opportunity to join a business that genuinely invests in its people. The Role We are looking for a proactive and reliable Production Operative to support our Recycling Operations team. This is a hands-on role within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, where safety, teamwork, and...
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CV-Library Wellingborough, Northamptonshire Contractor
CL
Sep 02, 2026  
HGV Class 2 Driver
HGV Class 2 Driver Team Leader (Waste & Recycling) £17.57 per hour | Immediate Start | Temporary to Permanent Opportunity Are you an experienced Class 2 Driver looking for your next opportunity? Pertemps are recruiting on behalf of Buckinghamshire Council for an experienced HGV Class 2 Driver Team Leader to join the Neighbourhood Services team in Aylesbury. This is an excellent opportunity to combine professional driving with team leadership, helping to deliver an essential service to local communities while supporting a team of Waste & Recycling Operatives. What you'll receive £17.57 per hour Monday to Friday working pattern (44.25 hours per week) Occasional Saturday working Temporary role with the opportunity to become permanent Immediate start available Work for Buckinghamshire Council through one of the UK's leading recruitment agencies Join a supportive team delivering an essential frontline service Location: Recycling & Waste Services, 18 Pembroke Road,...
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CV-Library Aylesbury, UK Contractor
CL
Sep 07, 2026  
Wash Plant/PTO Operative
A great opportunity to work as a Wash Plant/PTO Operative at our clients site, who are a global leader in pallet pooling. Staffline are recruiting for Wash Plant/PTO Operative in West Bromwich. The rate of pay is £17.08-£18.89 per hour The hours of work are Monday to Friday: - 6am to 2pm - 2pm to 10pm Your Time at Work As a Wash Plant/PTO Operative you will be situated at the bottom of the conveyor with another member of staff. The empty pallets are fed into the machine from the conveyor belt and they will be washed and dried. If any of the pallets still contain inserts, you will be expected to remove and sort for recycling. The pallets will be stacked automatically once they have reached the end. This is mainly wash plant operative role, although you might be asked to drive forklift occasionally. Our Perfect Worker Our perfect worker will: - Manual Handling Competence Proficient in safe lifting, carrying, and moving of materials in line with workplace health...
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CV-Library West Bromwich, UK Contractor
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