Energy & utilities occupations Work, Jobs in Blackawton, Dev (with Salaries)

Operative Level 3 – Transfer Station (Material Sampler & Weighbridge Operator)
SWISCo Ltd —Paignton
- £26,403 - £28,142 a year
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- In-person
- Mechanical knowledge
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Annual leave
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Catchment Operator
South West Water —Plymouth
- £26,337 - £34,460 a year
- Employee discount
Recycling Operative / Labourer
Rainbow Skips & Recycling Ltd —Torquay
- Temporary
- Heavy lifting
- In-person
- Mechanical knowledge
- Employee discount
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Operative Level 3 - Transfer Station (Plant Operator)
SWISCo Ltd —Paignton
- £26,403 - £28,142 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Heavy lifting
- Maintenance
- Forklift
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Annual leave
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Depot Operator
The Oil and Pipeline Agency —Torpoint
- £31,175 - £32,975 a year
- Overtime
- Computer literacy
- Travel
Recycling Officer
South Hams District Council —Tavistock
- £28,598 - £32,061 a year
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Negotiation
General Yard Operative
EMR Group —Plymouth
- Full-time
- Customer service
- IT
- Annual leave
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13d
Environmental Technician
Valencia Waste Management —Kingsteignton
- £28,000 - £35,000 a year
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- English
- In-person
- Employee discount
- Sick pay
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4d
General Yard Operative
EMR UK —Plymouth
- Customer service
- IT
- Annual leave
13d
CCTV and Monitoring Operative
Ethical Power —Exeter
- £26,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Organisational skills
- IT
- Communication skills
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Operative Level 3 – Transfer Station (Material Sampler & Weighbridge Operator)

SWISCo Ltd -
Paignton

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£26,403 - £28,142 a year

Benefits

Health & wellbeing programme
Annual leave
Company pension
Employee assistance programme
Employee discount
On-site parking

Qualifications

Driving Licence
Heavy lifting
Mechanical knowledge

Full job description

Work locally. Make a difference. Build a long-term career.

The role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Operative Level 3 (Plant Operator) to join our Waste Disposal Team at the Waste Transfer Station. If you are a motivated, hands-on individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced operational environment, this is your opportunity to play an important role in keeping Torbay clean and running efficiently.

You will play a vital role in helping SWISCo meet its legal obligations under the Environmental Permit by undertaking material sampling and operating the weighbridge accurately and efficiently.

Why join SWISCo?

Job security within a growing organisation
Meaningful work supporting the local community
Opportunities for development and progression
Be part of a supportive, team-focused environment
26 days annual leave, increasing with service
Bank holiday entitlement
Employee benefits & wellbeing support
Employee Assistance Programme

Employment details

Salary: £26,403 - £28,142
Job type: Permanent
Hours: Fulltime, 37 hours per week
Working hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 - 16:00

About the role

As a Material Sampler & Weighbridge Operator, you will:

Carry out sampling of recycling materials in line with legislative requirements
Collect, record, and collate data to ensure compliance with Environmental Permit conditions
Operate the weighbridge, ensuring all vehicle movements, weights, and waste types are recorded accurately
Support daily operational requirements within the waste transfer station
Work collaboratively as part of Team SWISCo to ensure compliance, accuracy, and efficiency

This role requires attention to detail and the ability to balance compliance tasks alongside operational demands in a fast-paced environment.

Key responsibilities

Ensuring the material sampling is undertaken in accordance with legislation
Preparing Environment Agency Quarterly Returns
Weighing internal and external vehicles as part of weighbridge operations
Ensuring compliance documentation is completed correctly

What we are looking for

Essential

Skills and Effectiveness

Ability to work collaboratively and as part of a team, to include those from other teams and service areas.
Effective ability to meet targets and demand, to include conflicting deadlines
Ability to take direction and work in an inclusive manner

Knowledge

Effective knowledge of Health & Safety processes.
Effective knowledge, understanding of data protection and confidentiality.

Experience

Able to demonstrate and in-still trust to staff members at all levels, clients/customers, and the general public.
Previous experience of operating a weighbridge and related software system.

Qualifications

Hold relevant weighbridge competency certificate

About SWISCo

SWISCo delivers key services across Torbay, including:

Waste & Recycling
Highways
Parks & Grounds Maintenance
Streetscene & Environmental Services

We are proud to make Torbay the best place to live, work and play, and we are committed to delivering outstanding services while supporting and developing our people.

How to apply

To apply or find out more:
Visit: www.swisco.co.uk – Work for Us
Or email: [email protected]

Closing date: Friday, 17 July 2026 at 5pm

Important information

Applicants will be shortlisted based on meeting the essential criteria.

SWISCo is a limited company wholly owned by, and providing services on behalf of, Torbay Council.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £26,403.00-£28,142.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension
Employee discount
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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Operative Level 3 – Transfer Station (Material Sampler & Weighbridge Operator)

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Operative Level 3 - Transfer Station (Plant Operator)

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