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About the Role

Step into a vital position at our Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) in Smugglers Way, Wandsworth. This is a fast-paced, hands-on operational role at the heart of London’s recycling system. Every day, you’ll be helping turn thousands of tonnes of commingled recyclables into high-quality materials ready for reprocessing — ensuring that the city’s waste is handled safely, efficiently, and sustainably. As a Senior Grab Crane Operative, you’ll take ownership of managing and maintaining bunker levels, coordinating material arriving by dustcart for processing in the MRF. You’ll be the go-to person for overseeing junior and agency operatives, giving direction, offering guidance, and ensuring everyone works to the highest safety and operational standards. You’ll 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 decision-making 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. You’ll be central to maintaining a safe, organised and high-performing facility that helps keep London’s recycling moving.

Responsibilities

Manage and maintain bunker levels.
Coordinate material arriving by dustcart for processing in the MRF.
Oversee junior and agency operatives, providing direction and guidance.
Ensure all operatives work to the highest safety and operational standards.
Liaise with TAC Control, Shift Supervisors, and sampling teams.
Contribute to wider operational planning, including resource allocation and maintenance coordination.
Assist with site tasks, including cleaning and maintenance duties.

Requirements

Experience in a similar environment (recycling, MRF operations, or engineering-based setting preferred).
Comfortable making decisions in a high-pressure operational setting.
Strong understanding of safe working practices and statutory requirements.
Team player with the ability to guide junior operatives and support colleagues.
Ability to complete daily check sheets, paperwork, and handovers clearly and on time.
Willingness to work flexibly, including additional hours or alternative shifts as required.
Practical mindset and hands-on attitude.

Skills

Communication skills
Decision-making
Operational planning
Resource allocation
Maintenance coordination

Location

Smugglers Way, Wandsworth, London

Work Type

Full-time
Monday to Friday, 14:00 to 22:00

Experience Level

Senior

About the Company

Operates a Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) in Smugglers Way, Wandsworth.
Plays a key role in London's recycling system.
Focuses on safe, efficient, and sustainable waste handling.
Aims to turn recyclables into high-quality materials for reprocessing.
Maintains a safe, organised, and high-performing facility.