<ul><li> Job Title: Lead Recycling Operative</li><li> Type: Full Time, Permanent</li><li> Salary: £32,055.76 + 7.5% Shift Allowance</li><li> Location: EcoPark, Edmonton North London</li></ul>About LondonEnergy:LondonEnergy operates the second largest waste contract in the UK, handling and processing nearly 750,000 tonnes of London’s waste every year. We have a dedicated team of people working across our various North London sites, making a positive difference to the environment and the local community. By processing household waste at our facility, we produce enough waste from energy to power 80,000 homes every year and recycle 70% of items through our Reuse and Recycling Centres.About the role:We are looking for a motivated and flexible individual to join our team within a busy Waste Operations environment. This role involves working at our EcoPark Reuse and Recycling Centre (RRC), supporting day-to-day site operations while ensuring health, safety, and environmental compliance. You will be responsible for supervising staff, engaging with the public, monitoring site cleanliness, and supporting waste and recycling initiatives. The role requires weekend working on a rota basis, basic IT skills, and a willingness to undertake relevant training, including mobile plant operation and First Aid. Responsibilities<ul><li>Compliance &amp; Safety: Support the RRC Supervisor in ensuring compliance with Waste Management Permits, health and safety regulations, and safe site operations for both staff and public. </li><li>Site Inspections &amp; Reporting: Conduct daily inspections, report findings, complete operational reports (including fridge counts), and log incidents or issues using D365. </li><li>Team Supervision &amp; Training: Supervise RRC staff and subcontractors, manage rotas and staffing levels, in the absence of the Site Supervisor</li><li>Operational Efficiency: Oversee vehicle and mobile plant operations, ensure cost-effective use of resources, and carry out basic maintenance tasks where appropriate. </li><li>Site Maintenance &amp; Cleanliness: Maintain cleanliness across all site areas, manage repairs, and ensure maintenance of static and mobile plant per guidelines. </li><li>Waste Management &amp; Recycling: Manage bin exchanges, monitor weights to achieve max tonnage, and contribute to recycling initiatives and business improvements. </li><li>Customer Service &amp; Communication: Handle public interactions courteously and ensure clear communication of site rules and procedures to all stakeholders.</li></ul>Requirements<ul> <li> Experience: Previous experience in a waste operations environment. </li> <li> People Skills: Strong interpersonal skills, especially when interacting with the public. </li> <li> Flexibility: Willingness to work across different RRC sites, including weekends, as per rota. </li> <li> IT Skills: Competent in using Microsoft Word and Excel. </li> <li> Qualifications: COTC and First Aid qualifications are desirable (or willingness to work towards them). </li> <li> Plant Operation: Willingness to train for or currently working towards mobile plant competency certification. </li> <li> Driving: Driving licence desirable and willingness to drive the company reuse van if required.</li> </ul>Benefits<ul> <li>Private Medical &amp; Life Insurance</li> <li>Company Pension Scheme </li> <li>Annual Leave Package</li> <li>Employee Recognition Scheme </li> <li>Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)</li> <li>+ Many more benefits  </li> </ul>Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.

LondonEnergy is a resource and waste management company that has been serving the local community since 1971. Our purpose is to reuse, recycle, and create energy from waste, contributing to a more sustainable future for the communities we serve.
We process household waste at our energy plant, generating enough energy to power 80,000 homes annually. Additionally, our reuse and recycling centres achieve an impressive 70% recycling rate, ensuring that valuable resources are recovered and repurposed.

Lead Recycling Operative - RRC

<ul><li> Job Title:&nbsp;Lead Recycling Operative</li><li> Type:&nbsp;Full Time, Permanent</li><li> Salary:&nbsp;£32,055.76 + 7.5% Shift Allowance</li><li> Location:&nbsp;EcoPark, Edmonton North London</li></ul>About LondonEnergy:LondonEnergy operates the second largest waste contract in the UK, handling and processing nearly 750,000 tonnes of London’s waste every year. We have a dedicated team of people working across our various North London sites, making a positive difference to the environment and the local community. By processing household waste at our facility, we produce enough waste from energy to power 80,000 homes every year and recycle 70% of items through our Reuse and Recycling Centres.About the role:We are looking for a motivated and flexible individual to join our team within a busy Waste Operations environment. This role involves working at our EcoPark Reuse and Recycling Centre (RRC), supporting day-to-day site operations while ensuring health, safety, and environmental compliance. You will be responsible for supervising staff, engaging with the public, monitoring site cleanliness, and supporting waste and recycling initiatives. The role requires weekend working on a rota basis, basic IT skills, and a willingness to undertake relevant training, including mobile plant operation and First Aid. Responsibilities<ul><li>Compliance &amp; Safety: Support the RRC Supervisor in ensuring compliance with Waste Management Permits, health and safety regulations, and safe site operations for both staff and public. </li><li>Site Inspections &amp; Reporting: Conduct daily inspections, report findings, complete operational reports (including fridge counts), and log incidents or issues using D365. </li><li>Team Supervision &amp; Training: Supervise RRC staff and subcontractors, manage rotas and staffing levels, in the absence of the Site Supervisor</li><li>Operational Efficiency: Oversee vehicle and mobile plant operations, ensure cost-effective use of resources, and carry out basic maintenance tasks where appropriate. </li><li>Site Maintenance &amp; Cleanliness: Maintain cleanliness across all site areas, manage repairs, and ensure maintenance of static and mobile plant per guidelines. </li><li>Waste Management &amp; Recycling: Manage bin exchanges, monitor weights to achieve max tonnage, and contribute to recycling initiatives and business improvements. </li><li>Customer Service &amp; Communication: Handle public interactions courteously and ensure clear communication of site rules and procedures to all stakeholders.</li></ul>Requirements<ul> <li> Experience: Previous experience in a waste operations environment. </li> <li> People Skills: Strong interpersonal skills, especially when interacting with the public. </li> <li> Flexibility: Willingness to work across different RRC sites, including weekends, as per rota. </li> <li> IT Skills: Competent in using Microsoft Word and Excel. </li> <li> Qualifications: COTC and First Aid qualifications are desirable (or willingness to work towards them). </li> <li> Plant Operation: Willingness to train for or currently working towards mobile plant competency certification. </li> <li> Driving: Driving licence desirable and willingness to drive the company reuse van if required.</li> </ul>Benefits<ul> <li>Private Medical &amp; Life Insurance</li> <li>Company Pension Scheme </li> <li>Annual Leave Package</li> <li>Employee Recognition Scheme </li> <li>Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)</li> <li>+ Many more benefits&nbsp; </li> </ul>Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.

Lead Recycling Operative - RRC

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