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Transfer Station Operative

Contract type
Permanent
Working Pattern
Full time
Location based
Epsom,Surrey
Hours per week
37.5
Salary
£12.31
Summary of vacancy

Recycling Operative – Epsom, Surrey (Full‑Time)

Join SUEZ and help create a cleaner, more sustainable future. As a Recycling Operative, you’ll play an important role in supporting environmentally responsible waste and recycling services for local communities. Whether you’re experienced in the sector or looking for an entry‑level role with purpose, this is a chance to make a real impact while developing your skills in a supportive team.

About the Role

- Location: Epsom, Surrey
- Salary: £12.31 per hour
- Hours: 37.5 per week
- Shift pattern: Monday to Friday (rest days Saturday and Sunday)
- Working hours: 08:00 – 16:00
- PPE: Full PPE provided

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, we’re happy to support you.

 

About the role

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll play a key role in ensuring the safe, efficient and compliant operation of our recycling site. This is a hands‑on role where you’ll support customers, maintain accurate records and help keep the site running smoothly in line with environmental and safety standards.

Your responsibilities include:
- Keeping accurate records of all site activities and the movement of materials
- Managing container exchanges by booking collections with the relevant teams, ensuring the site always has space to store and segregate materials correctly
- Maintaining a clean, tidy and safe site, while supporting first aider and fire warden duties
- Ensuring full compliance with Health and Safety legislation, site permits and SUEZ R&R policies, and working collaboratively with colleagues to meet all legal and operational requirements
- Carrying out any other reasonable duties within the scope of the role to support smooth site operations

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for an enthusiastic team player who takes pride in delivering high standards and is committed to safe, sustainable site operations. You’ll be supported to develop your skills and gain a full understanding of the site licence and permit requirements.

We’re looking for:
- A flexible, positive approach, with the ability to support colleagues by covering holiday or sickness when needed
- Willingness to undertake training in waste acceptance, equipment operation and site maintenance
- Basic administration skills to record data accurately using SUEZ R&R UK reporting systems
- A commitment to acting honestly, responsibly and respectfully in line with our Values and Ethics Charter
- A proactive attitude, strong teamwork skills and readiness to exceed operational, safety and compliance standards

Who We Are

At SUEZ, the efficient and sustainable management of resources across the UK is at the heart of everything we do. Respect—acting ethically and with integrity—is one of our core values. We’re passionate about protecting the environment and supporting the communities we serve. With genuine team spirit, we deliver services that go above and beyond, ensuring households and businesses have access to essential water and waste solutions.

We recognise and value the contribution of our people. You’ll find development opportunities, wide‑ranging benefits and rewards that reflect your hard work. In our friendly, supportive environment, you’ll be encouraged to grow, share your ideas and play your part in creating a better future for all.

Closing Date
16/02/2026
Once we have sufficient applicants we withhold the right to close job vacancies early.