Site Operative

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 21 April 2026
LOCATION
Huddersfield
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Manufacturing
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SKILLS

Health & Safety Manual Work Teamwork Metal Recycling Yard Environment Site Management

FULL DESCRIPTION

We are recruiting a Site Operative to join our team at our new metals recycling site in Huddersfield. This is a hands-on operational role supporting the safe and efficient processing of ferrous and non-ferrous materials.

Key Responsibilities

  • Sort and segregate ferrous and non-ferrous materials as instructed
  • Assist with loading and unloading vehicles
  • Support material grading and stockpile management
  • Maintain housekeeping standards across yard and processing areas
  • Keep walkways and working areas clear and safe
  • Support plant operators and supervisors with operational tasks
  • Report hazards, defects or non-compliant materials
  • Follow instructions from site management

Health, Safety & Compliance

  • Wear appropriate PPE at all times
  • Follow site Health & Safety policies and Safe Operating Procedures (SOPs)
  • Remain vigilant around moving plant and vehicle movements
  • Report near misses, unsafe acts or environmental concerns
  • Support compliance with environmental permit conditions

Skills & Experience

Essential:

  • Physically fit and able to undertake manual work
  • Strong awareness of Health & Safety in an industrial setting
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Desirable:

  • Experience within metal recycling or heavy industry
  • Basic knowledge of ferrous and non-ferrous materials
  • Experience working in a yard environment

Personal Attributes

  • Hardworking and dependable
  • Safety-conscious
  • Flexible and willing to support different areas of the site
  • Positive and team-oriented

What We Offer

  • Competitive hourly rate
  • Overtime paid after 40 hours per week
  • Full PPE provided
  • Opportunity to join a growing metals operation
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities

If you are physically fit, safety-focused and ready to support a busy metals recycling site, we would like to hear from you.

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