Site Operative
- Contract type
- Permanent
- Working Pattern
- Full time
- Location based
- Exeter
- Hours per week
- 40
- Salary
- £12.31
- Summary of vacancy
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Recycling Operative – Pinbrook Road Recycling Centre (Exeter)
Make a Real Difference in Your CommunityDo you enjoy working with people and care about the environment?
Are you looking for a role where you can gain valuable health and safety training, develop new skills and build a meaningful career? Joining SUEZ gives you the chance to do all of this while contributing to a greener, more sustainable UK.
About the Role
Location: Pinbrook Road Recycling Centre, Exeter, EX4 8HH- Salary: £12.31 per hour / £25,692.74 per annum
- Progression: Rising to £12.56 per hour after successful completion of plant training
- Bonus: Monthly site performance bonus
Hours:
- 40 hours per week in Summer
- 35.5 hours per week in Winter
Shift Pattern: Thursday to Monday
Rest Days: Tuesday and Wednesday
Additional: Full PPE provided, SUEZ company benefit - About the role
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What You’ll Be Doing
- You’ll play an important role in helping customers recycle responsibly while supporting the safe and efficient running of the site.
- Providing excellent customer service is central to this role, as you’ll guide members of the public on how to use the site effectively and maximise the recovery of recyclable materials.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Maintaining accurate records for the removal and movement of materials
- Booking container exchanges to ensure the site always has space to segregate and store materials correctly
- Keeping your designated areas clean, tidy and safe
- Ensuring SUEZ meets its legal duties regarding health, safety and welfare
- Working collaboratively with colleagues to comply with the site permit, legislation and company policies
- Carrying out any other reasonable duties within the scope of the role
What We’re Looking For
This role offers the opportunity to gain industry‑recognised qualifications, including IOSH Health & Safety and COTC Level 4 (waste‑specific). We’re looking for an enthusiastic team player who is committed to delivering high standards and supporting the wider site team.You’ll need:
- Strong customer service skills and the ability to work well within a team
- A flexible approach to work, including the ability to cover holidays and sickness when required
- Ideally, some experience using mobile plant equipment (full training provided)
- We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we’re happy to support you.
Who We Are
At SUEZ, the sustainable management of resources across the UK is at the heart of everything we do. Respect, integrity and environmental responsibility guide our work. We’re passionate about protecting our planet and ensuring that local communities have access to essential waste and recycling services.
We recognise the contribution of our people and offer development opportunities, wide‑ranging benefits and rewards that reflect their hard work. You’ll join a friendly, supportive team where you can grow, feel valued and play your part in creating a better future for all. - Closing Date
- 20/02/2026