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- Communication skills

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Scrap Inspector

Ward -
Nottingham

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Job details

Full-time

Qualifications

Environmental permitting
Environmental compliance
Quality control
Communication skills

Full job description

We are recruiting a Scrap Inspector to join our team at our new Nottingham site.

This is a critical quality control role responsible for inspecting incoming and outgoing scrap materials to ensure compliance with customer specifications, environmental permits and company standards. The Scrap Inspector plays a key role in protecting site profitability by preventing contamination, identifying non-conforming materials and maintaining product integrity.

You will work closely with site management, weighbridge, plant operators and the commercial team to ensure materials are processed correctly and meet required grades.

Key Responsibilities

Inspect incoming loads of scrap to verify grade, quality and compliance
Identify and reject non-conforming, hazardous or contaminated materials
Check outgoing loads against customer specifications and contractual requirements
Liaise with yard operatives and plant operators to ensure correct segregation
Record inspection findings accurately and maintain documentation
Support dispute resolution regarding material quality where required
Monitor stockpiles to ensure grade integrity is maintained
Report any environmental or compliance risks immediately
Assist with internal audits and compliance checks

Quality & Compliance Responsibility

Ensure materials meet internal grading standards
Protect the business from financial loss due to contamination or incorrect grading
Support adherence to site environmental permits and waste regulations
Maintain clear communication with site leadership regarding quality trends

Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance

Wear appropriate PPE at all times
Operate safely within active yard environments
Remain vigilant to moving plant and vehicles
Follow all Health & Safety procedures and Safe Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Report hazards, near misses and unsafe conditions
Support environmental compliance and duty of care obligations

Skills & Experience

Essential:

Strong knowledge of scrap metal grades (ferrous and/or non-ferrous)
Experience working within recycling, metals or waste operations
High attention to detail
Confidence in challenging non-compliant loads
Good record-keeping and communication skills

Desirable:

Experience in a quality control or inspection role
Understanding of environmental permit conditions
Knowledge of customer grade specifications

Personal Attributes

Assertive but professional
Detail-oriented and methodical
Safety-conscious
Strong integrity and accountability

What We Offer

Competitive hourly rate (dependent on experience)
Overtime paid after 40 hours per week
Full PPE provided
Opportunity to join a newly established and growing site
Ongoing training and development opportunities

If you have strong scrap grading knowledge and want to play a key role in protecting product quality and site performance, we would like to hear from you. To apply click here: Ward Recycling jobs and careers | Indeed.com

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