At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to operate forklifts, handle waste, and keep the recycling plant running smoothly.
- Company: Leading recycling and waste management facility in Stoke-on-Trent.
- Benefits: Earn £13.00 per hour with ongoing training and a permanent position.
- Other info: Enjoy a dynamic outdoor work environment with immediate interviews available.
- Why this job: Get hands-on experience while making a positive impact on the environment.
- Qualifications: Valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck Licence; previous experience is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 13 - 13 £ per hour.
Location: ST6
Pay: £13.00 per hour
Hours: 40 hours per week
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Shift pattern: Rotating - Days, noons and nights
KPI Recruiting are currently supporting a leading recycling and waste management facility in Stoke-on-Trent with the recruitment of a Permanent Site Operative. This is a varied, hands‑on role combining yard work, forklift operation, loading and unloading vehicles, waste handling, and general site duties. The position will involve working both outdoors and within operational areas of the recycling plant, making it ideal for candidates who enjoy practical work and being active throughout the day.
The Role
As a Site Operative, you will play a key role in the day‑to‑day running of the recycling facility, ensuring incoming and outgoing waste materials are handled safely, stored correctly, and processed in accordance with site procedures and health & safety standards. This is a physically demanding role that will involve regular outdoor work in all weather conditions.
Duties Include
- Operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck safely and efficiently.
- Unloading incoming vehicles and transporting materials around the site.
- Weighing incoming loads using the site weighbridge.
- Assisting with waste inspection and segregation processes.
- Storing materials safely within designated areas.
- Preparing outgoing loads for dispatch.
- Loading vehicles, including hook loaders.
- Supporting waste processing and bulking operations.
- Repalletising and stacking materials to maximise storage capacity.
- Completing operational paperwork and batch records.
- General yard duties including sweeping, litter picking, housekeeping, and maintaining site cleanliness.
- Adhering to all Health & Safety and environmental procedures.
Requirements
Essential
- Valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck Licence.
Desirable
- Previous experience within recycling, waste management, manufacturing, industrial, or warehouse environments.
- Experience working in an outdoor yard environment.
Candidate Profile
We're looking for someone who:
- Enjoys hands‑on, physical work.
- Is comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Can work safely within an industrial and recycling environment.
- Has a strong awareness of Health & Safety.
- Is reliable, hardworking, and able to work as part of a team.
- Can complete basic paperwork and follow written instructions.
What's on Offer?
- £13.00 per hour
- Permanent position
- 40-hour working week
- Ongoing training and development
- Opportunity to join a well‑established recycling and waste management operation
- Immediate interviews available
Site Operative (Recycling Plant/Yard Operative) employer: KPI Recruiting Ltd
KPI Recruiting is an exceptional employer for those looking to thrive in the Engineering and Manufacturing recruitment sector. With a strong focus on employee development, our supportive work culture fosters growth through structured training and mentorship opportunities, allowing you to take ownership of your desk while being backed by a successful £45m recruitment business. Located in Sutton, you'll benefit from a vibrant community and access to a diverse range of high-value clients, making this an ideal environment for ambitious recruiters seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
