Sorting Operator - East Midlands

Ref: 845 Date Posted: Tuesday 10 Nov 2026

Sorting Operator | Bardon | £17.79 per hour PAYE | 6-week contract

2020 Recruitment is looking for a Sorting Operator to join an industrial gas cylinder depot in Bardon. This is a hands-on role involving cylinder sorting, inspection and movement around the depot. A valid forklift truck licence and previous experience in a similar role are essential.

Contract details

  • Start as soon as possible.
  • Initial six-week contract, expected to run until the end of December, with a possible extension.
  • Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm, 39 hours per week.
  • £17.79 per hour gross PAYE. Inside IR35.

The role

  • Sort, handle and move gas cylinders around the depot.
  • Operate a forklift truck to move pallets and assist with loading.
  • Inspect cylinders and assist with cleaning, painting and labelling as required.
  • Follow site operating procedures, wear the required PPE and report faults, damaged cylinders or unsafe conditions promptly.

What you’ll need

  • A valid forklift truck licence.
  • Previous experience in a similar sorting, plant or industrial operations role.
  • A practical understanding of safe manual handling and the ability to follow site procedures.
  • The right to work in the UK.

To apply, email your CV to robert@2020-recruitment.com