Recycling Operative

Recycling Operatives Barrow-in-Furness 13.60 per hour 40 hours per week Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm (30-minute lunch break, 12:00pm - 12:30pm) Saturday overtime available at 1.4x hourly rate Our client, a well-established refuse and recycling company, is looking to recruit 3 Recycling Operatives for their Materials Recycling Facility Facility in Barrow-in-Furness. Purpose of the Role To assist the Site Management Team in the safe and efficient day-to-day operation of the recycling facility, ensuring high standards of site performance, health and safety, and environmental compliance. Key Responsibilities Assist with the efficient running of the site in accordance with permit/licence conditions, planning requirements, health and safety legislation, and contractual obligations. Carry out recycling duties, including: Conveyor belt operations and sorting recyclable materials. Positive picking of recyclable materials from tipped waste loads, focusing on larger items that could damage plant equipment. Support baling operations, including: Producing quality bales for reprocessing. Carrying out quality checks on incoming materials and finished bales. Performing routine baler maintenance in accordance with site procedures. Clean operational areas following the loading of recyclables. Complete daily operational and safety checks accurately and on time. Assist with the efficient turnaround of vehicles delivering or collecting materials. Inspect loads after discharge and report any issues before vehicles leave site. Maintain high standards of health and safety at all times. Report accidents, near misses, hazards, defects, or equipment issues promptly. Uphold a professional and courteous attitude when interacting with customers and members of the public. Candidate Requirements No formal qualifications required. Full training will be provided. Ability to work in a physically demanding environment. Strong work