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Ward are an award winning, independently owned Waste and Recycling company and we are looking to appointment a Load Inspector.

As a load inspector operator based at Ward, Ilkeston, you will serve as the compliance operative responsible for ensuring material suitability for the site. You will be responsible for photographing and identifying material composition of inbound loads. You will also assist in maintain the traffic flow of the site. This is a customer facing role and requires good communication and people skills. You will be a member of a small team of inspectors but at times you will work independently inspecting individual areas.

An overview of the role:

* You will be a point of communications for customers

* You will report on material compositions of loads identifying non-conforming materials

* Through photographing inbound materials you will maintain site material acceptance procedures, identifying contamination levels

* You will direct vehicles through the site controlling the flow of traffic

Skills and Knowledge Required:

* The job will require the use of basic software on company devices – full onsite system training will be provided

* You will be highly motivated and trustworthy

* You will have good communication and people skills

* Due to the nature of a large site, there will be some moderate walking involved

* Previous load inspector experience is beneficial, but not required

* Experience within the metal/waste recycling industry is beneficial, but not required

* Experience with traffic control and/or banksman training is beneficial, but not required

* Working hours would be 07.00 - 17.00 Monday to Friday.

What is in it for you?

You will have the opportunity to develop your existing skills and experience, as well as obtaining the ability to acquire new skills. You will have the ability to work on your own initiative whilst being part of a larger team. You will be provided with an entry into a large ever-expanding business and industry, opening new avenues of progression.

About us:

Today Ward Recycling has an annual turnover in excess of £300m, employs over 400 people and operates a fleet of over 120 vehicles. The company is now managed by third and fourth generation family members who continue their commitment to developing waste management and recycling techniques, saving their customers money and helping them to meet and exceed their recycling targets. As a modern business, Ward are aiming to be a positive force in the world. We believe that if we treat our customers, partners, staff and neighbours with respect and dignity, we will succeed in both our business and sustainability goals. As a waste management and resource recycling specialist, the environment is close to our hearts.

We are committed to delivering market-leading performance on key environmental issues in our business, with our customers, our supply chain, and our end consumers.

Do you want to be part of a fast-growing company with a sense of purpose, committed to developing waste management and recycling techniques with an environmental conscience?

We'd like to hear from you