Contract type Permanent
Working Pattern Full time
Location based Exmouth
Hours per week 40
Salary £12.31
Summary of vacancy
Recycling Operative – Pinbrook Road Recycling Centre (Exeter)
Make a Real Difference in Your Community
Do 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: Knowle Hill HWRC Salterton Rd, Exmouth EX8 2NS
Pay: £12.31 per hour, rising to £12.56 after successful completion of Plant Training (optional)
Working Pattern
Rest days: Thursday and Friday
Working days: Saturday to Wednesday
Hours
April–September: 40 hours per week
October–March: 35.5 hours per week
Start Times
Weekdays: 8:45
Weekends: 9:45
Finish Times
Weekends (Oct–March): 4:45
Weekends (April–Sept): 6:00
Benefits
Monthly site performance bonus
Overtime available to cover holidays and absences
Progression opportunities for the right candidate
20 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
Bank holidays paid at x2, plus a day in lieu
Site Closures
Easter Sunday
Christmas Eve to Boxing Day
New Year's Eve and New Year's Day
About The Role
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 09/03/2026
Once we have sufficient applicants we withhold the right to close job vacancies early.