General Operator
Application Deadline: 31 May 2026
Department: Operations
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Immingham
Description
We are recruiting a General Operator to join our team in Immingham.
The successful candidate will ensure to complete all duties assigned on a daily basis while processing all incoming waste materials via designated machinery in order to produce a product for recycling or disposal. This role involves working in a high-intensity environment where a team of 5 operators processes approximately 50 tonnes of lead-acid batteries during each shift.
Key Responsibilities
- Responsibility for the Health and Safety of self and colleagues at all times.
- Ensure duties regarding Environmental Compliance and Waste Management Licensing Regulations are met at all times.
- Operate and monitor machinery used in the breakdown and processing of lead-acid batteries.
- Perform manual lifting and handling of heavy battery units, adhering to safety protocols.
- Ensure that the start and shut down procedures of all machinery is followed as instructed.
- Complete start up and shutdown procedure maintaining levels of good housekeeping within work area.
- Process waste and operate machinery in accordance with the training and procedures.
- Ensure the correct specialised PPE is worn by self and others at all times.
- Forklift Operation in accordance with training, processes and procedures.
- General Site maintenance.
- Complete all administrative paperwork required.
- Any other duties as required.
Additional Information:
- 8-hour shift, made up of 6 hours processing materials and 2 hours allocated rest and recovery.
- Physically demanding role involving repetitive heavy lifting.
- Exposure to corrosive chemicals and toxic materials.
- Mandatory use of PPE, including acid-resistant suits, gloves, boots, and respiratory protection systems.
- High-temperature and high-humidity environment due to processing equipment.
- Shift-based work, which may sometimes include weekends.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Experience of high standard of H&S.
- Ability to learn new systems and new machinery operations.
- Ability to work effectively in a team under pressure
- Good conflict resolution skills based on a ‘Can do’ attitude.
Why Work For Enva?
Enva is committed to providing more than just jobs, we want to grow our business by offering career paths that match the aspirations of the talent that is increasingly aware of the need to protect the planet we all share. For the right candidates, the possibilities are truly endless and we will offer all the support, training and benefits you need to help you realise your true potential.
Examples of Company Benefits:
- 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.
- Holiday Purchase Scheme
