Site Operative
🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 21 April 2026
LOCATION
Huddersfield
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Manufacturing
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion
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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