Location
Barrowell Green, Winchmore Hill, London

Hours
Full Time, Permanent role with weekend working on a rota basis

Salary
£33,100.78 per year

About the Role
LondonEnergy operates the second largest waste contract in the UK, processing nearly 750,000 tonnes of London’s waste annually. We produce enough waste-to-energy to power 80,000 homes and recycle 70% of items through our Reuse and Recycling Centres. We are seeking a motivated and flexible Lead Recycling Operative to join our busy Waste Operations team at the Western Road Recycling Centre (RRC). In this role, you will support day-to-day site operations while ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards. You will supervise staff, engage with the public, monitor site cleanliness, and support waste and recycling initiatives. The role requires basic IT skills and a willingness to undertake relevant training including mobile plant operation and First Aid.

Responsibilities
- Support the RRC Supervisor in ensuring compliance with Waste Management Permits, health and safety regulations, and safe site operations for staff and the public
- Conduct daily site inspections, report findings, complete operational reports including fridge counts, and log incidents using D365
- Supervise RRC staff and subcontractors, manage rotas and staffing levels in the absence of the Site Supervisor
- Oversee vehicle and mobile plant operations, ensure cost-effective use of resources, and carry out basic maintenance tasks where appropriate
- Maintain cleanliness across all site areas, manage repairs, and ensure maintenance of static and mobile plant per guidelines
- Manage bin exchanges, monitor weights to achieve maximum tonnage, and contribute to recycling initiatives and business improvements
- Handle public interactions courteously and ensure clear communication of site rules and procedures to all stakeholders

Experience
Previous experience in a waste operations environment is required.

About you
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage effectively with the public. Motivated, flexible, and able to work weekends on a rota basis. Basic IT skills including competence in Microsoft Word and Excel. Willingness to undertake relevant training and develop new skills.

Qualifications
COTC and First Aid qualifications are desirable or willingness to work towards them. Willingness to train for or currently working towards mobile plant competency certification. A valid driving licence is desirable with willingness to drive the company reuse van if required.