Recycling Operative
| Company: | Contract Personnel Ltd |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.71 to £16.90 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | NR5 0JU |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 12 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 11 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Contract Personnel are currently recruiting Recycling Operatives based in the Norwich area. This is a full time role.
We are looking for reliable Recycling Operatives to work on a fast-moving conveyor belt line, sorting and separating recyclable materials by type (e.g., plastics, metals, paper). This is a key role in supporting environmental sustainability and efficient waste management operations.
Duties and responsibilities:
• Manual Sorting: Identify and manually separate recyclable materials from general waste on a conveyor belt.
• Material Handling: Sort items into appropriate containers or chutes for further processing or recycling.
• Quality Control: Remove non-recyclable or contaminated items to maintain the quality of sorted materials.
• Health & Safety: Follow all site safety instructions and wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times.
• Housekeeping: Keep the sorting area clean, tidy, and free of obstructions.
• Teamwork: Communicate with colleagues and supervisors to maintain smooth operations and meet sorting targets.
• Any other duties as required
Requirements:
• Ability to stand for long periods and perform repetitive tasks.
• Comfortable working in a waste/recycling environment (indoor or outdoor).
• Good attention to detail and fast hand-eye coordination.
• Willingness to wear PPE such as gloves, boots, and high-visibility clothing.
Shift pattern:
• YOU choose the days YOU work!
• Factory operates 7 days per week
• Weekend work avaialble
• 06:00 - 18:00
Benefits of working for Contract Personnel:
• 28 holiday days accrued for full time workers
• Weekly pay every Friday straight into your bank account
• Pension Scheme
• Dedicated team there for you every step of the way
To apply, please contact the Industrial Team on 01603 764044, or send your CV to norwichindustrial@cpl.uk.com