Recycling Operative
- Severn Beach, Gloucestershire
- £12.50 per hour
- Temporary
- Full-time
Job Role: Recycling Operative (Electronics)
Hours: Monday to Thursday 8.00am-5.00pm
Hourly Salary: £12.50 per hour
Role Type: Temporarygap personnel acting as an employment business are currently recruiting for a Recycling Operative for our client based in Severn Beach, BS35. As a Recycling Operative you will join a team where you will become a key and valued member providing support.In this role you will support the efficient and safe dismantling, sorting, and processing of end-of-life telecom equipment for reuse, recycling, or responsible disposal. This position also, involves adhering to strict environmental, health & safety, and data handling protocols to ensure compliance and sustainability standards are maintained.Duties:
- Identify components suitable for reuse, recycling, or disposal.
- Manually dismantle telecom devices, safely removing batteries, trays, circuit boards, and plastics.
- Sort materials by category (e.g., metals, plastics, PCBs, batteries).
- Follow procedures for handling and disposal of hazardous components (e.g., lithium-ion batteries).
- Adhere strictly to PPE, ESD safety protocols, and health & safety guidelines.
- Maintain a clean, organised, and hazard-free workstation in line with 5S standards.
- Use basic hand tools (screwdrivers, pliers, cutters) with confidence and care.
- Handle telecom equipment with appropriate care based on condition and sensitivity.
- Label recycling bins and materials clearly and consistently.
- Use handheld scanners and barcode systems for item tracking.
- Proficient use of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) or similar software.
- Update system records based on testing, grading results, and accessory inclusion.
- Communicate effectively with warehouse, refurbishment, and logistics teams.
- Follow company procedures and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Basic IT and data entry proficiency.
- Familiarity with telecom equipment and refurbishment workflows.
- Understanding of ESD safety and handling procedures for sensitive electronics.
- Experience in a recycling, warehouse, or production environment preferred.
- Ability to perform heavy lifting tasks as required, ensuring proper techniques are used to prevent injury.
- Good communication skills and ability to work in a team.