Recycling Assistant in Ashford

Recycling Assistant

Hourly Rate: £12.71

Hours: 40 hours per week, working on a rota basis

Location & Postcode: Ashford, TN23 1EN

As a Recycling Assistant at FCC Environment, you will play a key role in delivering a safe, efficient and customer-focused Recycling Centre service. You will support the recycling team in promoting reuse and recycling, assisting members of the public with waste disposal and ensuring site operations meet Health & Safety and environmental standards.

This vacancy is for a full-time position, working a 6 days on 3 days off rota, including weekends and Bank Holidays as required.

Our promise to you

• Competitive hourly rate
• 20 days annual leave (full-time) plus Bank Holidays
• Pension scheme
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training and development
• Recognition scheme
• Refer a Friend scheme
• Flexible benefits including high street savings, Cycle to Work scheme and Gymflex membership
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and Best Doctors Service via our Wellbeing Platform

What will you be doing?

• Operating the Recycling Centre safely and efficiently in line with company procedures
• Providing excellent customer service and assisting members of the public with waste disposal
• Actively encouraging reuse and recycling to maximise recycling rates
• Ensuring Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) standards are followed at all times
• Carrying out daily site inspections and safety checks
• Identifying and intercepting reusable items in line with reuse principles
• Recording waste movements, inspections and site data accurately
• Wearing company uniform and PPE correctly at all times
• Supporting the Recycling Team Leader with daily operational requirements

What are we looking for?

• A positive and customer-focused approach
• A keen interest in recycling and environmental sustainability
• Ability to work safely, follow procedures and take responsibility for health and safety
• Good communication skills and the ability to engage with the public
• Reliable, hardworking and self-motivated
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to work weekends and Bank Holidays
• Previous experience in a customer-facing or recycling environment is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided

FCC Environment is an equal opportunities employer.