Transfer Station Operative

An opportunity has arisen to join the hardworking team at our Transfer Station as an Operative.

Monday to Friday 6am to 14.30pm, Saturday mornings (alternating) 6.00am to 10 am. Hourly rate is £13.41 per hour

As a Transfer Station Operative, you’ll play an active role in the day-to-day running of the site, from weighing in vehicles and assisting with recycling movements to keeping the yard clean, safe, and well organised.

Your core responsibilities:

• Operating the site weighbridge to record vehicle movements accurately.
• Assisting with the safe and efficient handling of mixed recycling, ensuring materials are loaded into vehicles using a telehandler.
• Supporting drivers with loading and unloading activities.
• Keeping the site clean, tidy, and safe at all times, in line with health and safety standards.
• Carrying out routine checks on equipment and reporting any issues promptly.
• Working as part of a small, supportive team in an industrial and commercial environment.
• Following site procedures to ensure compliance with environmental and operational standards.
• Being flexible to support other general yard and operational duties as needed.

Requirements:

• Plant certificates, Fork Lift Truck, telehandler
• Comfortable working in an outdoor environment and in a variety of weather conditions.
• Positive attitude and team player.
• Safety-conscious, reliable, and willing to learn new skills.
• Previous experience in a waste, recycling, or industrial site is desirable but not essential.

Benefits:

• Ongoing career development, training and coaching
• Competitive salary
• Generous pension scheme
• Retail and leisure discounts
• Holiday and travel discounts
• Life cover