Material Handler (360 Operator)

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 21 April 2026
LOCATION
Barnsley
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Skilled Trades
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SKILLS

360 material handler Excavator Ferrous recycling Plant operation Safe plant operation Traffic management Health & Safety Mechanical knowledge

FULL DESCRIPTION

We are recruiting a Material Handler (360 Operator) to join the Ferrous Team at our new Barnsley site. You will be responsible for operating 360 material handlers safely and efficiently to move, load and process ferrous scrap materials, ensuring production targets and safety standards are consistently met.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operate 360 material handlers to move and manage ferrous scrap materials
  • Feed shears, balers or other processing equipment as required
  • Load and unload articulated vehicles and containers safely and efficiently
  • Segregate and stockpile materials in line with grading requirements
  • Maintain awareness of traffic management plans and pedestrian safety
  • Conduct daily pre-start inspections and complete required documentation
  • Report mechanical defects, damage or performance issues immediately
  • Carry out routine cleaning and basic maintenance of your allocated machine
  • Work to production targets while maintaining high safety standards

Machine Responsibility

Operators are expected to take ownership of their machine, including:

  • Completing daily inspections and defect reporting
  • Monitoring wear and identifying potential mechanical concerns
  • Maintaining cleanliness of the cab and external machine areas
  • Operating in accordance with manufacturer guidance and company procedures

Health, Safety & Compliance

  • Operate plant in accordance with Health & Safety legislation and site rules
  • Wear appropriate PPE at all times
  • Follow Safe Operating Procedures (SOPs)
  • Maintain vigilance around pedestrians and other plant
  • Report hazards, near misses and unsafe behaviours
  • Support compliance with site environmental and operational standards

Skills & Experience

Essential:

  • Valid 360 material handler / excavator licence (e.g. NPORS or CPCS)
  • Experience operating 360 plant within ferrous recycling, aggregates or heavy industry
  • Strong awareness of safe plant operation
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
  • Reliable and safety-focused

Desirable:

  • Experience within metal recycling (ferrous operations preferred)
  • Basic mechanical knowledge

Personal Attributes

  • Responsible and proactive
  • Safety-first mindset
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills
  • Dependable and professional

What We Offer

  • Competitive hourly rate (dependent on experience)
  • Overtime paid after 40 hours per week
  • Full PPE provided
  • Opportunity to join a newly established and growing site
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities

If you are an experienced 360 operator looking to join a growing ferrous operation where safety and performance are key, we would like to hear from you.

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