General Yard Operative
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Warehouse
Material Handler, General Labor, Warehouse Associate, Forklift Operator
Job Description & How to Apply Below
This temporary General Yard Operative role in Gloucestershire supports the daily running of a waste and recycling site, with pay up to £12.71 per hour. Working outdoors as part of a crew, the successful candidate will sort recyclable materials on a picking station, carry out litter picking and general housekeeping, and help with deliveries and collections. A tablet is used to log incoming and outgoing loads and capture photographs, so basic digital confidence is helpful.
Applicants should be practical, safety-conscious and comfortable with physical, hands-on work in all weather. Reliability and the ability to cooperate with colleagues matter. Full details of the shift pattern are available on application.
As a General Yard Operative, you will support the day-to-day running of the recycling yard and processing areas. Duties will include sorting recyclable materials, maintaining cleanliness across the site, and assisting with deliveries and collections.
Duties- Working on a picking station removing materials for further processing
- Litter picking and general housekeeping around the yard
- Using a tablet to input deliveries and collections and take photographs of materials on site
- Identifying, separating, and processing different grades of ferrous and non-ferrous metals
- Maintaining high housekeeping and safety standards at all times
- Supporting the wider team to ensure the site operates efficiently and safely
- Communicating effectively with colleagues and management during shift handovers
- Previous yard, recycling, warehouse, or labouring experience is desirable
- Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
- Good communication skills and a strong team-working attitude
- Reliable, hardworking, and safety-conscious
- Basic IT skills and confidence using a tablet/device
- Ability to carry out physical work throughout the shift
Monday to Friday
Working hours between 07:00 and 17:00
Occasional Saturday shifts may be required
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing company within the waste and recycling industry, offering stable ongoing work and a supportive team environment.
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