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Temporary

Recycling Operative

Adecco
Barrow in Furness
money-bag £13.60/hour
Posted: 23 July 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 22 August 2026
Ref: 225407073

Recycling Operatives

Barrow-in-Furness

-13.60 per hour

40 hours per week

Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm (30-minute lunch break, 12:00pm - 12:30pm)

Saturday overtime available at 1.4x hourly rate

Our client, a well-established refuse and recycling company, is looking to recruit 3 Recycling Operatives for their Materials Recycling Facility Facility in Barrow-in-Furness.



Purpose of the Role

To assist the Site Management Team in the safe and efficient day-to-day operation of the recycling facility, ensuring high standards of site performance, health and safety, and environmental compliance.



Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with the efficient running of the site in accordance with permit/licence conditions, planning requirements, health and safety legislation, and contractual obligations.
  • Carry out recycling duties, including:
  • Conveyor belt operations and sorting recyclable materials.
  • Positive picking of recyclable materials from tipped waste loads, focusing on larger items that could damage plant equipment.
  • Support baling operations, including:
  • Producing quality bales for reprocessing.
  • Carrying out quality checks on incoming materials and finished bales.
  • Performing routine baler maintenance in accordance with site procedures.
  • Clean operational areas following the loading of recyclables.
  • Complete daily operational and safety checks accurately and on time.
  • Assist with the efficient turnaround of vehicles delivering or collecting materials.
  • Inspect loads after discharge and report any issues before vehicles leave site.
  • Maintain high standards of health and safety at all times.
  • Report accidents, near misses, hazards, defects, or equipment issues promptly.
  • Uphold a professional and courteous attitude when interacting with customers and members of the public.


Candidate Requirements

  • No formal qualifications required.
  • Full training will be provided.
  • Ability to work in a physically demanding environment.
  • Strong work ethic and commitment to safe working practices.
  • Reliable and punctual with a positive attitude.


Desirable Experience

Candidates with any of the following experience are encouraged to apply:

  • Forklift Truck
  • Telehandler
  • 10 Tonne Excavator

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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