Department: Operations
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Grantham
Compensation: £13.05 - £13.34 / hour
As a General Operative at ENVA, based in Grantham, you will play a key role in the recycling and
processing of Small Domestic Appliances and fridges. You will be responsible for handling, sorting,
dismantling, and preparing electronic waste and refrigeration units for further recycling or disposal,
adhering to safety and environmental regulations. This position contributes to ENVA's sustainability
efforts by promoting efficient waste management and recycling practices.
• Sorting and Handling: Sorting materials such as televisions, computers, mobile phones, fridges,
and other electronic devices to ensure they are directed to the correct recycling streams.
• Dismantling and Processing: Safely dismantle electronic equipment, including fridges, removing
components like cables, circuit boards, batteries, and refrigerants for proper recycling.
• Machine Operation: Operate shredding, baling, and other processing machinery, ensuring
proper and efficient operation to maximise recycling output.
• Quality Control: Inspect and assess incoming SDA materials and fridges to ensure compliance
with recycling standards and company requirements.
• Safety and Compliance: Follow all health, safety, and environmental regulations, particularly
those relating to the handling of refrigeration units. Report any safety concerns or equipment
malfunctions immediately.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with other team members and supervisors to meet daily
production targets, supporting overall operational efficiency.
• Housekeeping: Maintain a clean and organised working environment, ensuring work areas are
free of hazards.
This is not an exhaustive list. You may also be required to carry out any other duties as required by the
business that you are qualified/trained in that meet the requirements of this role
• Previous experience in a recycling or waste management environment
• Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations related to recycling.
• Mechanical aptitude or experience in dismantling electronic equipment is
advantageous.
• Ability to operate machinery or willingness to be trained.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to following safety protocols.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding role, including lifting and moving equipment.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• A competitive salary in a growing company committed to our people.
• A competitive holiday allowance.
• Company pension scheme.
• Enhanced family friendly policies.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Lifestyle & Leisure Discounts: Discounts for gym, leisure, cinema, shopping and many more…
• Employee Life Insurance.
• Bike2Work scheme.
• Free on-site parking.
Enva is a full-service and leading provider of recycling and resource recovery solutions, employing over 1700 people at locations across the United Kingdom and Ireland.
With sustainability at the forefront of our proposition, Enva recovers a broad range of hazardous and non-hazardous waste materials for re-use in manufacturing and for energy conversion, as well as providing a complete portfolio of water and waste water services.
For more information please visit enva.com.
