Location: Tunbridge Wells (On-site)

Salary/package: £10,169.19 per annum

Contract type: Permanent Part-Time

Hours: 14.5 hours per week (Every Saturday and Sunday)

Our Site Operatives are valued members of our recycling centre team, helping keep sites safe, tidy and welcoming for the public. Their work supports people to recycle correctly and help protect the environment.

This role would suit someone who enjoys practical, hands‑on work and being part of a team. It is ideal for people who prefer active, outdoor roles and clear tasks.

Who we are

Commercial Services Managing Waste is part of Commercial Services Group, one of the UK’s largest local authority‑owned trading organisations, operating 33 businesses across education, energy, IT, procurement, HR and more.

With over 1,800 employees, our ambition is to create value and impact for every customer, every day.

Our mission is simple. We support the delivery of better public services to help people live, learn and thrive. This purpose underpins everything we do.

A significant proportion of our profits is reinvested into frontline public services, enabling us to combine commercial performance with meaningful social value.

Why this role matters

Site Operatives help keep our centres safe for all staff and visitors, they also support our customers to recycle more and waste less, which plays an important role in protecting the environment.

What you’ll be doing

Keeping the site clean, safe and organised.

Helping customers unload waste and use the correct recycling areas.

Managing vehicle and pedestrian movement to keep everyone safe.

Checking waste and identifying items that need special handling.

Monitoring containers and reporting when they need emptying.

Using simple handheld devices for bookings and payments.

Following health and safety rules at all times.

Wearing body‑worn cameras when required.

Working as part of a friendly, supportive team.

Supporting at our other locations in Kent, when required.

Weekend working.

What we’re looking for

A positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Comfortable doing physical, outdoor work.

Happy to speak to and help members of the public.

Able to follow instructions and safety rules.

Reliable, punctual and hardworking.

Experience in manual, site‑based, cleaning, construction, driving or customer‑facing work is welcomed but not essential.

Driving licence preferred, but not essential.

Must be willing to work weekends.

What you’ll get in return

Salary of £10,169.19 per annum.

25 days annual leave, rising to 27 after four years (Pro rata for 14.5 hours per week)

Birthday Day Off.

One concessionary day during the Christmas period.

Pension scheme with employer contribution.

Life assurance cover.

Full training and PPE provided.

Why CSG?

CSG is the UK’s largest local authority‑owned trading company (LATCO), generating over £800 million in revenue per annum and supporting more than 16,000 education and public sector customers globally.

We reinvest a significant proportion of our profits into frontline services, helping support communities across the UK.

Inclusion & Accessibility

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We encourage applications from suitably qualified people of all backgrounds.

As a member of Inclusive Employers and a Working Families Employer, we are actively building an environment that supports inclusion, flexibility and belonging for all colleagues.

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our application and interview process. Please let us know if you require any

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