News & Blogs
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The chemistry of sustainability
Of the many different types of roles that we recruit for, a regular request is for chemists. They’re an essential part of waste management, filling roles at a range of transfer sites and processing plants. With volumes of waste continuing...
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Textile Waste and the challenge of trying to recycle it
At the beginning of 2024, the resourcing industry was rocked by the news that Swedish circular company Renewcell was filing for bankruptcy. The company had an advanced chemical textile recycling processes, a low carbon footprint and was a circular economy...
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Vapes - from bad to worse...
...and the blame is laid on recyclers A predicted revenue increase of 323 million US Dollars over 4 years is not something to be sniffed at. No wonder vape retailers are all too eager to shift the blame for disposable...
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Three years on, reflecting on the changes...UNLESS…….
“Unless someone cares a whole lot, nothing’s going to change, it’s not” – The Lorax by Dr Seuss Emerging from the pandemic, many people and businesses took the time to reflect about what was really important. Including us. In fact,...
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Hopkinson Waste Management - Testimonial for the Commercial Sales recruitment project
Jules Gaylor from Hopkinson Waste Management sought the help of WasteRecruit to find an ideal candidate for their Head of Commercial Sales position. This person would play a key role in advancing their tipping, recycled aggregates, and skip hire side...
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The Circular Economy. What matters most? The ideal or the impact?
We often talk about the ideals of the circular economy, of a world where consumers recognise the value in reusing products and materials rather than buying new and then disposing of them. Many people have a growing awareness of the...
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PMG Services Ltd - Testimonial for the successful recruitment of a Plant Manager
PMG engaged WasteRecruit to find a Plant Manager for their award-winning recycling plant, which produces quality recycled aggregate and sand through an end of waste process. This role was essential for ensuring smooth and efficient operations. Conversations with key personal...
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Mansfield District Council - Testimonial for the successful recruitment of a Waste and Recycling Manager
Mansfield District Council needed a new Waste and Recycling Manager with the required energy and drive to manage this diverse and challenging role. This person needed to be a versatile individual who was capable of responding to setbacks, establishing clear...
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The Push Pull Plastics Conundrum
Earlier this year Greenpeace made waves when they published a report declaring that plastic recycling was a waste of time. This was based on the claim that recycling rates weren’t making a dent in the global plastics pollution problem. A...
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What Simpler Recycling Reforms mean for Local Authorities, Contractors and Producers
In general, there have been positive reactions to government’s Simpler Recycling Reforms that were announced last month. While there are still many questions, the positivity is based on the feeling that at least there is some clarity now on the...