Recycling Operative

Colas USA; Grantham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is looking for a dedicated team member to join their Specialist Surface Treatments division. The role involves safely carrying out highway repairs and improvements while adhering to health and safety standards. Candidates must hold a valid UK driving licence with LGV 2, have at least two years of driving experience, and be physically fit. The position offers a competitive hourly wage between £15.64 - £15.74 per hour, along with employee benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Colas Pension Scheme with up to 10% contributions

Life Assurance Scheme (x4 basic salary)

21 days annual leave plus Public Holidays

Hybrid Working Scheme

Professional Qualification funding

Employee discounts on various services

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ driving experience.
• CSCS, NRSWA and NVQ in Recycling preferred.
• On‑the‑job training provided.

Responsibilities

• Safely carry out Highway repairs and improvements.
• Apply and abide by relevant Health & Safety regulations.
• Understand and follow COSHH and HAVS procedures.
• Drive HGV vehicle safely.
• Operate machinery as directed.
• Install/Remove Traffic Management as required.

Skills

Valid UK driving licence with LGV 2

Safety-focused

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Communication skills

Education

CPC

Traffic Management T1/T2

Banksman

Emergency First Aid

Tools

HGV vehicle

Traffic Management equipment

Job description

Colas Ltd are a UK subsidiary of the global Colas Group, which operates in over 50 countries worldwide and employs over 55,000 people including over 1500 in the UK across multiple sites. We are specialists in highways construction and have been involved in large‑scale UK and international construction projects within the highways, airfields, and marine sectors as well as offering highways maintenance services and manufacturing our own innovative surfacing products. We hold a 'Gold Investor in People' award for continuously developing and rewarding our employees, offering excellent career potential.

To work within the Specialist Surface Treatments division as part of one of the Process Teams delivering various In‑situ Recycling Treatments solutions to multiple clients. To ensure the works are completed safely and to the required quality standards. This involves working at various locations within the UK, including every other weekend during the main season. Mobile accommodation shall be organised / provided by Colas and subsistence payment made.

Main Responsibilities

• To safely carry out Highway repairs and improvements using various In‑situ Recycling Treatments
• To apply and abide by Health & Safety at Work Act, Road Traffic Act and apply safe methods of working to all activities.
• To understand and follow procedures relating to Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations.
• To understand and follow procedures relating to Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome regulations (HAVS).
• To drive an HGV vehicle within the confines of The Road Traffic Act
• To operate machinery as required and directed by the foreman.
• Install/Remove Traffic Management as required.
• Prepare roads for Surface Treatment including protection of Iron work.
• To be available to work away from home on a one weekend on one off basis, no bank holiday working
• To carry out other appropriate duties as assigned by the Foreman/Supervisor

Ideal Candidates

Essentials: a valid UK driving licence with LGV 2 (LGV 1 desirable), minimum 2 years’ driving experience, CPC, Traffic Management T1/T2, Banksman, Manual Handling and Emergency First Aid. CSCS, NRSWA and an NVQ in Recycling are desirable. On‑the‑job training and a one‑day Health & Safety Awareness course will be provided. You must be safety‑focused, physically fit, flexible, able to communicate well, work as part of a team or with minimal supervision, and willing to work away from home sharing provided accommodation.

Package Description

• A salary of £15.64 - £15.74 p/h
• Our Colas Pension Scheme has combined contributions of up to 10%
• Life Assurance Scheme which is x4 basic salary
• 21 days annual leave per year + Public Holidays
• Hybrid Working Scheme (dependent on the role)
• Opportunities to study towards a fully funded Professional Qualification
• Discounts on car leasing, holidays, cinema tickets, restaurants and much more through our online employee benefits portal

Colas Ltd is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that mirrors the communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you want a workplace where your voice is valued and your potential is developed, Colas is the right choice.