General Operative
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Position Overview & Specifications
McKenzies are a leading company within the metal recycling industry in Northern Ireland. McKenzies recycling process begins with the collection and delivery of scrap metal and other materials from businesses, manufacturers, construction sites, government bodies and the general public. Our employees are the driving force of our success. With growth soaring in the company, it is an exciting time to be joining us.
We are looking employees to join our new non ferrous handling facility located in Duncrue st, Belfast
The job we are recruiting for is a general operative/ labourer within the working hours of 0800 - 1700, Monday to Friday.
What you will be doing
- Loading, unloading and moving various items of scrap materials for recycling, such as metal.
- Sorting and grading of various metals
- Learning to use various equipment on site (balers, gullotine, etc.)
- Conducting daily checks on site equipment and reporting of problems accordingly.
- Actively participate in our strong safety culture.
- Ensuring the company Health & Safety and environmental policies are strictly adhered to.
- Monitoring all visiting suppliers
- Assisting site management as required.
- completion of general house keeping duties
What we are looking
- Awareness of how to operate safely and effectively in a large industrial environment.
- Adaptable to meet business priorities.
- Good communication and customer service skills.
- Organised, safety conscious, physically fit and motivated.
- Comfortable working outside.
- Availability to work Saturday mornings when required.
- Ability to travel to and from the depot without difficulty.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Starting at £10 per hour basis 42.5hrs per week. Any additional hours paid at overtime rate
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: From £10.50 per hour
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Work Location: One location
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for General Operative roles across McKenzies (N.I.) Limited's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £11 - £11 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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