Senior Grab Crane Operative, Smugglers Way MRF

Step into a vital position at our Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) in Smugglers Way Wandsworth. This is a fastpaced handson operational role at the heart of Londons recycling system. Every day youll be helping turn thousands of tonnes of commingled recyclables into highquality materials ready for reprocessing ensuring that the citys waste is handled safely efficiently and sustainably.

As a Senior Grab Crane Operative youll take ownership of managing and maintaining bunker levels coordinating material arriving by dustcart for processing in the MRF. Youll be the goto person for overseeing junior and agency operatives giving direction offering guidance and ensuring everyone works to the highest safety and operational standards.

Youll also play a key role in liaising with TAC Control Shift Supervisors and sampling teams to keep material quality high and operations flowing smoothly. Effective communication and calm decisionmaking will be essential especially in a busy environment where no two days look the same.

This role also brings opportunities to contribute to wider operational planning from resource allocation and maintenance coordination to supporting the smooth running of the site. Youll be central to maintaining a safe organised and highperforming facility that helps keep Londons recycling moving.

Were looking for someone with experience in a similar environment preferably within recycling MRF operations or an engineeringbased setting. You should be comfortable making decisions in a highpressure operational setting with a strong understanding of safe working practices and statutory requirements.

Being a team player is essential. Youll be guiding junior operatives supporting colleagues across the facility and ensuring that daily check sheets paperwork and handovers are completed clearly and on time. Strong communication skills will help you keep everything running smoothly.

Youll need the willingness to work flexibly including additional hours or alternative shifts as required. A practical mindset handson attitude and readiness to assist with wider site tasks including cleaning and maintenance duties will make you a great fit.

If youre driven reliable and motivated by making a difference in essential environmental operations youll thrive in this role and become a valued part of an experienced and dedicated team.