Warehouse Operative Recycling Centre

Job ID
Job ID 74732
Team
Team Distribution
Location
Location Pontefract
Job Schedule
Job Schedule Full time
Salary
Salary competitive
Posting Date
Posting Date 02/03/2026
Apply Before
Apply Before 06/03/2026
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Summary

Next is one of the biggest and best known online and high street Retailers in the UK. Our warehouses are the heart of our operation, and we have a network of modern facilities employing over 9,000 people.

Hourly Rate:

Day Rate (Between 6:00AM - 10:00pm) - £12.51

Night Rate (Between 10:00PM - 6:00AM) - £15.01

Shifts:

  • Wed-Sat / Thurs - Sat 18:00-06:00

About the Role:

Your responsibilities may include:

  • Handle and transport material waste (mainly cardboard and polythene)
  • Stop and start the bailing machines
  • Communicate with dump truck drivers when they reverse in and out
  • Sort out recycling waste into different types of recycling waste
  • Lifting pallets
  • Use machinery for lifting heavy items

We're looking for a dedicated individual who:

  • Is comfortable working in a cold / outside environment
  • Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • Can adhere to strict health and safety regulations.
  • Can demonstrate they have capacity to work quickly and think decisively
  • Demonstrates commitment to working efficiently and meeting targets
  • Is confident working in a fast paced and busy environment
  • Has a desire to learn new skills and apply them where required.
  • Will ensure they maintain a clean and organised workspace through a "tidy as you go" approach

Our friendly team coaches will provide you with full training and support so you can gain the skills and confidence to succeed in our fast paced environment.

What we can offer you

  • 25% off a huge selection of Next products and up to 15% off Branded products
  • Staff shops with exclusive discounts
  • Clear pathways for career progression
  • Free onsite parking
  • Sharesave scheme
  • Next Benefits Hub: A centralised platform for exclusive discounts on high street stores, trips, and events.
  • Comprehensive Support Networks: Access to a wide array of internal and external resources including Retail Trust, Aviva Digicare, Carers UK, Pride Network, Able Network, Hidden Disabilities Sunflower, and Wellhub (discounted gym memberships) plus many more
  • Early Access to Next Sales

If you want to be part of a company that promotes an inclusive and inspiring environment where every individual feels valued and respected, we encourage you to apply today.

WHAT HAPPENS AFTER YOU APPLY

After you apply, we'll send you an Indeed message with a form to complete. We'll review your application, and if we wish to progress your application, we'll email you to schedule an interview.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We’re committed to building an inclusive, inspiring workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and a true sense of belonging. Our aim is to support every individual to reach their full potential, whoever they are.

Please let us know if there’s anything you need to help you feel prepared and confident for your interview by getting in touch with us by email on recruitmenthelpdesk@next.co.uk (please include "Workplace Adjustments" in the subject line), or call us on 01977 327 900.

We work closely with a number of major organisations to ensure we’re doing all we can. Such as; Stonewall, Help for Heroes, Business in the Community and Terrance Higgins Trust. NEXT is a Disability Confident Level 2 employer and has been awarded the Armed Forces Covenant Bronze award.

Please note: Certain roles within our organisation are subject to DBS and credit checks. You can find comprehensive information regarding spent and unspent convictions on the official government website: gov.uk/tell-employer-or-college-about-criminal-record.

Benefits

  • Sharesave scheme
  • 25% off most NEXT, MADE*, Lipsy*, Gap* and Victoria's Secret* products (*when purchased through NEXT)
  • Generous bonus scheme for many roles
  • Restaurants with great food at amazing prices
  • Access to fantastic discounts at our Staff Shops
  • Free on-site parking
  • 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty
  • Hot deals and exclusive offers from over 3,500 retailers through our online benefits platform
  • Financial Wellbeing - Save, track and enhance your financial wellbeing
  • Apprenticeship - Grow and develop on the job whilst gaining a qualification
  • Support Networks - Access to Network Groups to empower and celebrate each other

Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change.

We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long-term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email Recruitmenthelpdesk@next.co.uk (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on 01977 327 900 and leave a voicemail.

What's Next?

Team Overview

With 10,000 colleagues, 9 million square feet of space, and 550 vehicles, our teams move a huge 1.5 million items to customers every single day. This is a fast-paced, precise, and proudly customer-focused operation. From maintaining our automation systems to delivering the final mile, join the team that keeps everything flowing to fulfil our customers' needs.

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