Re-use Shop Operative

Do you take pride in providing great customer service, with a background that includes retail and merchandising? Would you like to work with SUEZ, a company working for a greener UK, recovering value from what other people no longer need?

When you join SUEZ, you get more than a brand-new role. Your work will help us deliver innovative and environmentally responsible solutions for water and waste management. You will get a chance to help us preserve and restore our planet’s natural capital for future generations. It’s a career that’s not only exciting, but full of opportunities as well as professional and personal fulfilment.

About the role

Location: Waterswallows HWRC, Waterswallows Industrial Estate, Green Fairfield, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 7JB

Salary: Monday – Sunday (as part of your contracted rota) £12.81 per hour, Saturday cover shifts paid at 1.5x hourly rate, Sunday cover shifts paid at 2x hourly rate, Bank holiday working (when required) 2x hourly rate plus a day off in lieu.

Working Hours: 23.5 hours per week

Working pattern: We are recruiting for a permanent part-time position working five days per week, including weekends (alternate Saturdays and Sundays).

Wednesday to Friday: Half-day shifts on a rotating basis

Week 1: 08:00 - 13:00

Week 2: 12:30 - 17:00

Alternate Saturdays and Sundays: 08:00 - 17:00

As this is a newly established project, flexibility is essential. Shift patterns may be reviewed and adjusted to meet customer demand and support the ongoing success of the re-use shop as trading patterns become established.

What will I be doing?

Through our waste management contract with Derbyshire County Council, SUEZ has committed to developing a re-use shop at our Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC).

As a Shop Operative, you will play a key role in the day-to-day operation of the re-use shop, working as part of a dedicated two-person team at Waterswallows HWRC. You will work closely with site management to ensure stock is available, well presented, and ready for sale.

Your responsibilities will include:

Sorting, preparing, pricing, displaying and merchandising donated items to maximise sales and create an attractive shopping environment.

Monitoring stock levels and communicating with site management about best-selling items and stock trends.

Operating the point-of-sale system, processing card payments, handling returns and refunds, and reconciling sales transactions.

Ensuring items are priced appropriately and that unsuitable donations are disposed of in line with procedures.

Maintaining high standards of security, cleanliness and organisation within the shop.

Supporting the smooth and profitable operation of the re-use shop whilst delivering excellent customer service.

You will also act as an ambassador for the re-use initiative, promoting its environmental and community benefits throughout Buxton and the surrounding areas, helping to encourage customer engagement and repeat visits.

What are the requirements?

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic about sustainability and passionate about reducing waste through re-use. You will have previous retail experience and a genuine commitment to delivering outstanding customer service.

Knowledge of recycling, re-use and upcycling would be advantageous; however, we are equally interested in candidates who are keen to learn and develop their understanding in these areas. You should also have experience of stock management, merchandising and handling retail transactions.

In addition, you will have:

A flexible approach to work, including the ability to work shifts and weekends.

The confidence to work independently within the re-use shop while maintaining close communication with site management.

Strong teamwork and communication skills, as you will work closely with colleagues across the HWRC site.

A positive, proactive attitude and a willingness to support the growth and success of this exciting new project.

Who we are

At SUEZ the efficient and sustainable management of resources around the UK is at the heart of everything we do. Respect – acting ethically and with integrity – is one of our core values. We’re passionate about the environment and believe in protecting our world. With true team spirit, we can give our customers a standard of service that goes above and beyond and ensure that our local communities have access to essential water and waste services.

We thank our people for all they do with development opportunities, wide-ranging benefits and rewards that reflect their hard work. In a friendly, supportive environment, you’ll be inspired to grow and play your part in creating a better future for all.

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