Recycling Operative

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 20 April 2026
LOCATION
Attleborough
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
SALARY
£28,000 / year
CATEGORY
Industrial
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SKILLS

Waste processing Forklift operation Health and safety Teamwork Communication Industrial shredding Screening machines

FULL DESCRIPTION

RECYCLING OPERATIVE | PERMANENT | £28,000

Are you an experienced operative, looking for a permanent opportunity? A role that would offer you regular, consistent shifts and pay you a generous monthly salary? This opportunity could be for you!

We're working with a well-established waste processing business to find a reliable and experienced Operative for a permanent role on their site. If you're hands-on, practical, and looking for long-term stability, this could be a great fit.

The Hours

This role runs on a rotating two-week shift pattern:

  • Week 1: Monday – Friday, 07:00 – 15:30
  • Week 2: Monday – Friday, 09:00 – 17:30

(30-minute lunch break each day)

What You'll Be Doing

  • Checking food waste deliveries as they arrive and deciding whether to accept or turn them away
  • Running and cleaning waste processing machines
  • Making sure waste packaging is disposed of properly to keep the end product clean
  • Filling in daily paperwork and checklists
  • Following site rules around waste handling and the environment
  • Helping out in other areas of the site when needed
  • Driving a forklift, loading shovel, or telehandler when required — full training provided if you need it

What We're Looking For

  • You'll need your own transport to get to site — it's not on a bus route
  • Happy to do physical, hands-on work — this role involves lifting and some strong smells!
  • Aware of basic health and safety
  • A good team player who can communicate clearly
  • Any experience with industrial shredding or screening machines is a bonus
  • Forklift or heavy machinery experience is a plus, but not a must - training will be given to the right candidate

Why Apply?

This is a stable, permanent position offering £28,000 per annum with a well-run operation in the growing waste and environmental sector. If you want consistent hours, a hands-on role, and a long-term home, it's well worth a conversation.

To apply or find out more, please get in touch with Lewis.

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