MBT Recycling Operative

Our Vision is to be the UK’s leading innovator of resource recovery and recycling, transforming waste for a climate-positive future.

Are you someone who lives and breathes high performance, leads with ambition, and would like to be part of an organisation that looks after tomorrow?  Viridor has a redefined purpose, a bold Vision, and an ambitious, market-leading strategy. We are investing in the future, and we need a talented team with exceptional people, who believe in each other, to help us achieve this.

Join us, as we rise to the challenge and build a world where nothing goes to waste

Viridor is at the forefront of waste management and resource recovery in the UK, operating the largest network of Energy Recovery Facilities (ERFs). We play a crucial role in supporting the UK's climate goals by diverting waste from landfills and transforming it into valuable energy resources. 

We have an opportunity in our Glasgow Recycling & Renewable Energy Centre for an MBT Recycling Operative to join our team working 40 hours per week to include nights. 

     The salary for this role will be £23,644.00 per year, and participation in an annual bonus scheme, in addition to our great range of benefits.

    The closing date for applications is 31st January 2025. We encourage all applicants to apply as soon as possible as we may close vacancies early if we receive a high number of applications.

As an MBT Recycling Operative, you will be responsible for the following:

• Sort and Separate: Follow instructions from the Shift MBT Supervisor to sort and separate different material types, ensuring materials are properly classified for recycling.
• Safety and Compliance: Adhere to all Company Health and Safety procedures, including lock off, tag off, try out (LOTOTO), traffic management systems (TMS), and other safety protocols.
• Reporting: Report any defects that could impact Health, Safety, Environment, or production to your line manager promptly.
• Problem-solving: Address blockages or issues affecting throughput within the MRF and MBT areas efficiently and safely, following guidance from your line manager.
• Site Procedures: Understand and follow all site procedures diligently, challenging any non-conformance and reporting them to your line manager proactively.
• Housekeeping: Perform routine process cleaning and housekeeping tasks throughout your shift to maintain a hygienic and safe working environment, optimizing process performance.
• Quality Compliance: Undertake picking cabin duties to ensure recyclate quality compliance is maximized.
• Equipment Handling: Operate equipment and tools correctly and safely, including hand tools, power tools, and lifting equipment, as required for your tasks.
• Training: Undertake provided training to enhance safety awareness and improve your capability compliance.
• Teamwork: Collaborate with fellow operatives to ensure maximum productivity and efficiency within the MRF operation.

Our ideal MBT Recycling Operative will be:

• Skilled and Diligent: You can carry out instructions and requests from management accurately and effectively. Your dedication to performing a range of duties with precision makes you an invaluable asset to our team.
• Excellent Communicator: Effective verbal communication is your forte, allowing you to collaborate seamlessly with fellow team members and supervisors. Your ability to convey information clearly ensures smooth operations.
• Safety First: Working in a fast-paced environment demands utmost safety consciousness. Your commitment to adhering to safety protocols and practices is second to none, ensuring a secure workplace for everyone.
• Punctual and Disciplined: Your self-discipline and excellent timekeeping skills ensure that you are always punctual, helping us maintain a productive and efficient workflow.
• Team Player and Independent: You can work effectively both as part of a team and independently. Your initiative-driven approach enables you to tackle tasks with minimal supervision, contributing to the overall success of our operations.

To view the profile, which outlines the person specification and list of responsibilities in full, please click here.  

How to apply

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We are a Great Place to Work

There has never been a more exciting time to join Viridor. Following the acquisition of the business by the global private equity firm, KKR, the core business has been reshaped to focus on our leading UK Energy from Waste portfolio.

What we can offer you

We invest in our people to reward them for their hard work, and we have a host of company benefits available to you when you join - take a look at our Rewards and Benefits

As an equal opportunities' employer, Viridor is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.