Contract type Permanent
Working Pattern Full time
Location based Alnwick HWRC, Northumberland NE66 2HT
Hours per week Your average hours of work in the summer are 42 per week, between 1st April and 31st October; from 07:45am to 19:45pm, Monday to Sunday, on the 4 on 4 off shift pattern, with 30 minutes paid for lunch each day. Your average hours of work in the winter are 36.75 per week, between 1st November and 31st March; from 07:45am to 18:15pm, Monday to Sunday, on the 4 on 4 off shift pattern, with 30 minutes paid for lunch each day.
Salary £12.39
Summary of vacancy
Experienced Site Operative?
Do you enjoy working with people, care about the environment and would you like the opportunity to receive health & safety training, with the chance to gain further qualifications?
About The Role
Location: Northumberland (Alnwick HWRC, Northumberland NE66 2HT)
Working a 4 on 4 off shift pattern within our Northumberland Team we are looking for Site Operatives to join our expanding team.
* Salary £12.39 per hour
* Working Hours- Your average hours of work in the summer are 42 per week, between 1st April and 31st October; from 07:45am to 19:45pm, Monday to Sunday, on the 4 on 4 off shift pattern, with 30 minutes paid for lunch each day. Your average hours of work in the winter are 36.75 per week, between 1st November and 31st March; from 07:45am to 18:15pm, Monday to Sunday, on the 4 on 4 off shift pattern, with 30 minutes paid for lunch each day.
* Full PPE provided
* SUEZ Company benefits
About The Role
What will I be doing?
* Advising and assisting the public on how to use the site to maximise recovery of material deposited.
* Maintaining accurate records of material removals and all site activities. Controlling the exchange of containers by booking loads with the relevant person, ensuring the site always has space to segregate and store material correctly.
* Operating site equipment, including the slave Ampliroll vehicle to empty containers, the loading shovel, and the weighbridge, as required (particularly to provide cover during holiday and sickness periods).
* Maintaining a tidy site.
* Ensuring that within your areas of responsibility, SUEZ R & R UK Ltd complies fully with its legal duties in respect of the health, safety and welfare of employees and others who may be affected by your actions or omissions.
* Co-operating with SUEZ R & R UK Ltd and other employees to comply with the site permit, all applicable legislation, and company Policies and Procedures.
* Undertaking first aider and fire warden duties on site.
* Any other duties that are reasonably requested within the scope of the job role.
It is an ideal opportunity to learn about the recovery and recycling of household waste.
SUEZ are committed to the training and progression of its employees and can offer you the opportunity for future advancement and development within our company.
What are the requirements?
We are looking for an enthusiastic team player with a full UK driving licence, who will be expected to obtain a full working understanding of the site licence/permit and ensure site operations exceed the required standards.
A flexible approach to work is essential, as you will be expected to cover holiday and sickness periods and, when required, assist with cover on other sites in the Northumberland region.
The successful applicant will undertake personal development to gain skills in waste acceptance, operation and maintenance of site equipment, with the potential to gain qualifications including IOSH health & safety. Basic administration skills for data recording on SUEZ R & R UK Ltd's systems will also be advantageous.
Additional benefits include an uplift in pay when fully trained and covering these roles, plus a monthly bonus when objectives are met.
Who We Are
At SUEZ the efficient and sustainable management of resources around 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 the environment and believe in protecting our world. With true team spirit, we can give our customers a standard of service that goes above and beyond and ensure that our local communities have access to essential water and waste services.
We thank our people for all they do with development opportunities, wide-ranging benefits and rewards that reflect their hard work. In a friendly, supportive environment, you'll be inspired to grow and play your part in creating a better future for all.
* NO AGENCIES PLEASE**
Closing Date 25/02/2026
Once we have sufficient applicants we withhold the right to close job vacancies early.