Environmental Services Operative

  • Stirling Warrington
  • Apr 05, 2026
Full time

Job Description

Job Title: Environmental Services Operative
Location: Coventry
Shift: Days
Salary: Up to £27,000 per annum
Benefits: Leading pension, Cash plan scheme, EV Vehicle scheme, Free electric charging, 4x Death in Service

The environmental services operative position is a fantastic opportunity to join a reputable business in central coventry. You will provide high-quality customer service to members of the public while maintaining environmental, health, and safety standards across a busy site.

Environmental Services Operative Responsibilities:

  • Assist and direct members of the public using the recycling facility, ensuring a smooth and safe customer experience.
  • Promote and support the recycling of waste materials to minimise cross-contamination.
  • Separate hazardous and non-hazardous waste in accordance with site permit requirements.
  • Maintain cleanliness and orderliness across the site, including surrounding areas.
  • Ensure waste containers are available and correctly positioned at all times.
  • Operate site machinery and equipment (e.g., forklift truck, telehandler, 360 rehandler) where appropriately licensed.
  • Conduct safety inspections and audits to maintain a secure working environment.

Environmental Services Operative Experience:
  • Experience working in an outdoor, manual environment
  • Comfortable working alone or as part of a team
  • Understanding of waste management processes and legislation (desirable)
  • Familiarity with operating plant and machinery (desirable)
  • Experience in customer service or dealing with members of the public
  • Ability to manage and de-escalate potentially challenging situations


Reach out to Ewan Smyth at Stirling Warrington to learn more about the Environmental Services Operative position.

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