Yard Operative / Labourer


Company:	Smart Solutions (Recruitment) Limited
Salary:	£12.91 - £25.82
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Oxfordshire, OX27 7AG
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	6 Aug 2026
Closing date:	5 Sept 2026

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Summary

Location: Bicester, Oxfordshire, OX27

Pay: £12.91 per hour

Overtime:

Saturday: £19.37 per hour (150%)

Sunday: £25.82 per hour (200%), where required

Hours:

Monday to Friday

7:00am – 5:00pm

About the Role:

We are currently recruiting for a Yard Operative / Labourer to join a busy composting and waste management facility based in Bicester.

This is a physically demanding, hands-on role where you'll play an important part in keeping the site clean, safe, and running efficiently. Working as part of the site operations team, you'll support the day-to-day running of the composting facility while maintaining high standards of housekeeping and health & safety.

Key Responsibilities:

. Carry out general yard cleaning and housekeeping across the composting facility.

. Sweep and clear waste, mud, compost residue, and other debris from working areas.

. Assist with loading, unloading, and moving materials around the site.

. Clean equipment, containers, and designated work areas.

. Support composting operations and assist machine operators when required.

. Maintain safe pedestrian walkways and vehicle traffic routes.

. Carry out manual handling tasks safely and efficiently.

. Follow all site Health & Safety procedures and wear the required PPE at all times.

. Report hazards, spillages, equipment defects, or unsafe conditions to supervisors.

. Assist with any additional site duties as requested by management.

What We Offer?

. £12.91 per hour.

. Saturday overtime paid at £19.37 per hour.

. Sunday overtime paid at £25.82 per hour, where required.

. Monday to Friday working pattern.

. Regular daytime hours (7:00am – 5:00pm).

. Ongoing, full-time work.

. Opportunity to join a well-established waste and composting operation.

If you're a hardworking and reliable individual looking for a long-term opportunity within the waste and recycling industry, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today.

Smart Solutions proudly supports the Armed Forces Covenant. We are committed to ensuring that those who serve or have served in the Armed Forces, and their families, are treated fairly. We welcome applications from members of the Armed Forces community and value the skills, experience, and dedication they bring.

Eligible Armed Forces candidates meeting the minimum criteria will be offered an interview.

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Work Location: In person

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