Mobile Plant/Loading Shovel/360 Grab Operator

Mobile Plant/Loading Shovel/360 Grab Operator

We are growing our team of machine drivers! We need experienced operators with experience operating mobile plant machinery, including loading shovels and material handler.

The role

• operating a range of mobile plant machinery as instructed and in line with training
• completing daily assigned work schedule
• carrying out daily recorded checks and basic maintenance on the machines to keep in good working order
• loading various waste streams and grades in correct bays and processing areas to maximise recycling and recovery
• checking incoming loads to ensure compliance with site licence and permitted waste types
• assisting in the collection and sorting of materials where required to maintain general housekeeping in the yard

What you need

• experience and competence operating a loading shovel and material handler and willingness to train on other machines
• mobile plant operator card or certificate of basic training is desirable
• previous experience working in the waste industry would be advantageous
• basic knowledge of health and safety requirements in an industrial/processing setting
• excellent communication skills
• ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume operation
• Ability to work proactively and problem solve

The package

• From £33,345 per annum DOE
• 47.5 hours, Monday to Friday 7.00am-5.30pm
• 1 in 2 Saturdays, 7.00am-12.00pm (paid as extra)
• 28 days annual leave, including bank holidays, rising with service
• Health Care Cash Plan, including physiotherapy, dental and optical
• Group Life Insurance cover
• Pension scheme with contribution matching
• Employee Rewards & Benefits Scheme
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Free skip offered to employees each year
• Full PPE and uniform supplied
• Lots of fantastic company events and perks

Why [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk]?

[Employer hidden] was established in 1939, and we are proud to continue to serve the community as a family-owned and run business today. At the heart of our business is the desire to provide a professional and accessible service whilst working to dispose of waste in an efficient and environmentally friendly manner. We are a fast-paced and entrepreneurial organisation, not afraid to try new things and do things differently, and as such we are growing fast and performing well in the industry. Our state-of-the-art facilities in Horwich include our £4.5 million waste processing plant, which allows us to process and separate even more recyclable waste. As a result, we are always looking to expand our team of dedicated staff.

Our values

[Employer hidden] welcomes applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, marital status or sexual orientation. Any appointment will be made on merit alone.