At a Glance
- Tasks: Pick and sort recyclable materials in a busy facility while ensuring quality and safety.
- Company: Join RiverRidge, a leader in waste management with a focus on sustainability.
- Benefits: Earn £13.32/hour, enjoy bonuses, 28 days leave, and a company pension scheme.
- Other info: Flexible hours and opportunities for overtime available.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on the environment while gaining valuable work experience.
- Qualifications: Good organisational and communication skills; self-motivated and able to work in a team.
The predicted salary is between 13.32 - 13.32 £ per hour.
JOB VACANCY RECYCLING OPERATIVE Full time / Permanent / Ref: RO/07/26 Location: 91 Moy Road, Portadown
Shifts: Day shift, 7am-4pm (40hrs/week) Monday to Friday (inc.
Saturdays, when required) We are looking to appoint a Recycling Operative for the day shift in our Materials Recovery Facility (MRF), at our River Ridge site in Portadown.
Roles & Responsibilities Main Duties and Responsibilities to include: Responsibility for picking and segregating both recyclable and non-recyclable materials within a busy MRF.
Ensure quality and recovery rates are maximised Ensure compliance with statutory and company obligations, & Health & Safety.
Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times.
Ensure daily housekeeping rules are adhered to at all times.
Adhere to the principles of Manual Handling at all times.
Using software to support more efficient methods of quality control /analysis of our waste streams/waste process Any other duties as deemed reasonable by Supervisors /Management Essential Criteria Good organisational skills Good communication skills - both written and verbal Ability to work well on own initiative Be self-motivated Ability to work well with others Flexible approach to work hours Desirable Criteria Previous experience within a Waste Industry Manual Handling Training Certificate Banksman Training Certificate and experience of performing Banksman What We Offer!
Competitive Hourly Rate - £13.32 per hour (15% hourly premium for hours worked between 11pm & 6am) Overtime rate available Annual bonus (subject to achieving set KPIs) 28 days annual leave Company pension scheme Free parking Cash Health Benefit Scheme *Must be able to provide documentation to confirm your eligibility to work in the UK Closing
Date: 10th August 2026, 5 pm To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page.
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Recycling Operative in Craigavon employer: River Ridge Recycling
Join a dynamic team as an HGV Driver, where you will enjoy competitive pay and a supportive work culture that values your contributions. With opportunities for growth and development, our company prioritises employee well-being and offers a flexible schedule to balance work and life. Located in Northern Ireland, you'll be part of a community-focused organisation that recognises the importance of reliable service and teamwork.
