Yard operative Work, Jobs in Appledore, Dev (with Salaries)

Yard Operative
Perrys Recycling —Appledore
- £12.71 - £14.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Free parking
Quick apply
4d
Yard Operative
Newbery recycling ltd —Barnstaple
- £13.00 - £13.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- No experience needed
- In-person
- Free parking
Quick apply
14d
Machine and yard Operative
SWM & Waste Recycling Ltd —Bideford
- £12.71 - £13.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Maintenance
- Programmable logic controllers
- In-person
Quick apply
Utility Operative
Coombe Fisheries —Barnstaple
- £12.82 an hour
- Full-time
- Power tools
- Construction
- Hand tools
- Free parking
- Annual leave
Quick apply
10d

Discover related jobs

Based on your search for yard operative jobs.

Labourer
Jacksons Landscaping and Garden Design —Tavistock
Assisting with loading and unloading materials, ensuring safe handling at all times. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting various manual…
£120 - £160 a day
Quick apply
12d
Multi Skilled Labourer
Sandrington Civils —Great Torrington
The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out general labouring duties, site clearance, material handling, and operating plant and machinery…
£15 - £19 an hour
Quick apply

I want to receive the latest job alerts for yard operative in appledore, dev

By signing in to your account, you agree to SimplyHired's Terms of Service and consent to our Cookie and Privacy Policy.

Yard Operative

Perrys Recycling -
Appledore

Quick apply

Job details

Full-time
£12.71 - £14.00 an hour
4 days ago

Benefits

Free parking
Casual dress
On-site parking

Qualifications

Heavy lifting
Communication skills
Mechanical knowledge

Full job description

Job Title

Recycling Operative

Reports To

Depot Manager / Supervisors

Job Purpose

The Recycling Operative is responsible for supporting the safe and efficient day-to-day running of the depot. The role involves sorting, processing, loading, and handling recyclable materials while maintaining high standards of quality, housekeeping, and health & safety.

The position plays an important part in ensuring operational efficiency, maintaining customer service standards, and supporting the company’s commitment to ethical, reliable, and sustainable recycling services.

Key Responsibilities

1. Material Handling & Processing

Assist with the unloading and loading of recyclable materials and finished products
Sort and prepare recyclable materials for processing
Operate machinery and equipment safely and efficiently following training and authorisation
Monitor material quality and report contamination or discrepancies to supervisors
Stack and store processed materials safely within designated areas

2. Production & Quality

Support the achievement of daily production targets
Ensure materials are processed efficiently whilst following safe working procedures
Maintain quality standards when sorting and processing materials
Complete required production records and documentation accurately

3. Health & Safety

Follow all company Health & Safety procedures and safe systems of work
Maintain high housekeeping standards across the depot
Use PPE correctly and report hazards, accidents, or unsafe conditions immediately
Participate in toolbox talks, training, and safety briefings

4. Machinery & Equipment

Carry out basic daily checks and routine cleaning of machinery and equipment
Report faults, defects, or maintenance issues promptly
Operate forklifts or other plant equipment where trained and authorised

5. Security & Compliance

Follow all security procedures and confidentiality requirements where applicable
Comply with company policies, environmental regulations, and site procedures
Complete any required training or certifications relevant to the role

6. Teamwork & General Duties

Work collaboratively with colleagues and supervisors to ensure smooth depot operations
Support other operational duties as required by the business
Maintain a professional and positive attitude within the workplace

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Productivity and processing efficiency
Quality and contamination levels
Health & Safety compliance
Attendance and punctuality
Housekeeping and depot standards
Teamwork and reliability

Skills & Experience

Experience within recycling, manufacturing, warehouse, or operational environments beneficial
Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
Ability to work safely in a fast-paced operational environment
Good communication and teamwork skills
Forklift licence beneficial (training may be provided)
Flexible and adaptable approach to work

Training & Development

The successful candidate may be required to undertake internal and external training relevant to the role, including machinery operation, forklift training, health & safety procedures, and security-related processes where applicable.

Additional Information

This job description outlines the main responsibilities of the role but is not exhaustive. Duties may evolve in line with business needs.

Pay: £12.71-£14.00 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress
Free parking
On-site parking

Work Location: In person

Quick apply

Refine Your Search

yard operative jobs in appledore, dev

Yard Operative

Yard Operative

Machine and yard Operative

Utility Operative

Discover related jobs

I want to receive the latest job alerts for yard operative in appledore, dev

Explore jobs in more locations

Jobseeker tools

Employer Tools

Browse

Stay Connected