Gatwick Recycling Operative Day Shifts - Gatwick Airport

Aviation Recruitment experts Optime are searching for Recycling Operatives in partnership with DHL at Gatwick Airport. This job offers fantastic hours and overtime opportunities. This is a very enjoyable role with a great company and fantastic conditions and facilities.

Start dates:

• 22nd June 2026

What's on offer:

• Rate of pay: £13.41 per hour
• Shift Pattern: 4-on / 4-off
• DAYS : 06:00AM to 18:00PM
• Weekly Pay(every Friday).
• Temp to Perm (performance based).
• Free parking.

Key Duties:

• Heavy Lifting up to the weight of 32kg.
• Sort recyclables and check the right kind of materials have been put out.
• Use machinery to help you lift and sort items.
• Inspect materials for any contamination.
• Working well within a large team environment.
• Working in a safe manner.
• Operating Mechanical Handling Equipment.
• Ability to follow work procedures and safety rules.
• Ability to read, understand and follow directions/instructions.
• Ensuring efficient operations by adhering to operational procedure, rules and schedules.

Requirements:

• Good attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative, while being part of a team.
• Right to Work in the UK.
• Five year fully checkable reference history.
• Ability to pass Criminal Record Check (CRC).

PLEASE NOTE: As this position is in the aviation industry, successful applicants must be able to provide 5-year checkable history.