This is a physically demanding, hands-on role working within a busy waste and recycling environment. You will be part of a team responsible for sorting, processing, and handling a variety of recyclable materials, helping to ensure safe and efficient site operations.
This role is ideal for candidates with previous experience in waste or recycling environment who are comfortable working in an active, fast-paced setting.
What’s on Offer:
Location: Battle, East Sussex
Pay Rate: £12.71 per hour
Work Type: Temporary, flexible ad hoc day shifts
Key Responsibilities
Sorting and separating recyclable materials on a conveyor or picking line
Manual handling of waste and recyclable items
Maintaining a safe and tidy working environment
Identifying and removing non-recyclable or hazardous materials where required
Supporting wider site operations as needed
Working efficiently as part of the recycling team to meet daily targets
Skills, Experience and Requirements
Previous experience in waste or recycling roles, ideally as sorting operative (essential)
Comfortable with heavy, repetitive manual work
Ability to work in a fast paced and physically demanding environment
Good awareness of health and safety procedures
Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic
Able to work well as part of a team
Must have own safety boots (required)
Our Ideal Candidate
Hard-working and physically fit
Reliable and able to commit to ad hoc shifts
Positive attitude and team focused approach
Comfortable working in an outdoor/industrial environment
How to Apply
If you have relevant experience as Waste or Recycling Operative and are looking for flexible, ongoing work in a busy environment, we would like to hear from you. Please apply today with your CV.
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£12.71 - £12.71 per hour