Yard Operator

Slicker Recycling is the market leader in sustainable resource solutions. We are committed to the circular economy through excelling in used lubricating oil collections, re-refining and a range of sustainable waste management services. Our team of over 200 colleagues manage a vast fleet of specialist collection vehicles, serving thousands of customers across diverse industry sectors with services that reduce carbon footprint, uphold compliance, and enable a truly circular approach to waste resources.

We are a thriving and ambitious business with a mission to deliver ‘Value for Planet’ through growth from strategic acquisitions and achieving recognition for our commitment to innovation and integrity. In 2023, Slicker Recycling won the Servicesure Autocentre ‘Supplier of the Year’ Award for service excellence and environmental impact and in 2024, the King’s Award for Enterprise: International Trade – a prestigious recognition endorsed by His Majesty the King, for exceptional growth in international sales. We are proud as leaders to be positively influencing the standards of our industry.  

At Slicker, we know that our success is down to our exceptional colleagues, and we recognise this through our colleague compensation, benefits and investment in learning and development. Being part of Team Slicker means you will also benefit from:

• Funded Healthcare cashback plan for you and your family, including dental and optical cover, practitioner treatment and specialist testing.
• Free access to our dedicated Employee Assistance service which includes GP advice line, Virtual Doctor, Prescription Service, Legal Advice, Counselling 
• Perkbox Perks for employee discounts on gym memberships, cinema tickets, retail, eating out, days out and much more.
• Perkbox Wellbeing, a digital platform that helps support your mental, physical, and financial health
• Death in Service Insurance
• Regular funded company social events
• Company pension scheme with employer contribution 
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including Cyclescheme and Pension
• Being part of a sustainability focussed business

With a Net Promoter Score of 68 on our recent colleague survey, we know we’re doing something right! So why not read on for the role details or click here to learn more about Slicker Recycling. 

The role

Working hours will follow a 12-hour shift pattern, 48 hours, Monday to Thursday, with start times as early as 5:00am - flexibility is essential due to the demands of export shipping schedules. £13.05 per hour. Candidates must be prepared to work occasional Fridays and weekends when required for export shipping work.

We are now recruiting for a Yard Operator for our Slicker Operations in Ipswich, to efficiently carry out all operational duties around the facility, with particular focus on the oil collections and packaged waste storage and handling. Ensuring all work is carried out in a safe and efficient manner. The successful candidate will work hard whilst promoting the Slicker workplace values. We are Smart, Honest and Reliable, working Together whilst having Fun.

Main tasks and responsibilities will include:

• Working with the Site Supervisor to plan and undertake operational tasks on the site including the receipt, testing, tipping, off-loading, storage, treatment and recording of various wastes including oil and packaged wastes.
  • this includes operating site valves, pipelines and pumps
  • carrying out lab analysis on incoming waste
  • directing drivers to unload vehicles
• Ensure that work is carried out safely and efficiently.
• Ensure the operations are compliant with the various site operating procedures, permits and authorisations.
• Ensure that wastes are only stored in the correct areas and in accordance with site operational procedures and permitted activities.
• Work closely with the Site Supervisor to prepare outputs from the site.
• Record and relay site information as required including loads in and out and stock levels.
• Complete all paperwork in accordance with company processes and legal requirements.
• Work with other colleagues at Ipswich and within the wider Slicker group to aid the smooth operation of the site.
• Daily housekeeping of site.
• Responsible for the opening and closing of the site, including the tanks.

What we are looking for

• Experience of working in a similar environment is an advantage - the role of Yard Operator is physically demanding due to the lifting, carrying and opening and shutting of valves involved, and the necessity to work out in the elements. To be successful in the role you must be resilient and capable of fulfilling these demands.
• Good Health & Safety awareness and appreciation
• Good communication and maths skills
• FLT Licence would be an advantage 

Slicker Recycling Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and will continue to ensure it offers career opportunities without discrimination. Employment positions throughout the Company are filled with the candidates who possess the most appropriate skills and competencies relevant for the particular job role. Slicker Recycling is to treat all employees fairly and equally regardless of gender, sexual orientations, marital status, race, colour, nationality, religion, ethnic or national origin, age, disability or union membership status.