Job Description:

Mobile Plant Operative (Loading Shovel / Material Handler)

Gap Personnel is recruiting on behalf of a leading waste and recycling operator for an experienced Mobile Plant Operative to join their busy site.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled plant operator seeking long-term work, with the potential to secure a permanent position for the right candidate.

Job Details

• Position: Mobile Plant Operative (Loading Shovel / Material Handler)
• Pay Rate: £20.00 per hour
• Overtime: Paid at the standard hourly rate (£20.00 per hour)
• Hours: 50 hours per week
• Working Arrangement: On-site
• Start Date: ASAP
• Contract: Ongoing, with potential for a permanent position
• Working Pattern: Preferred 4-on, 2-off rota. Icludes working weekends,.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating loading shovels and material handlers safely and efficiently.
• Moving, loading, and stockpiling waste and recyclable materials.
• Feeding processing equipment and supporting site operations.
• Carrying out daily plant checks and reporting any defects.
• Maintaining high standards of health, safety, and housekeeping.
• Working closely with site management and operational teams to meet productivity targets.

Requirements

• Previous experience operating loading shovels and/or material handlers.
• Valid CPCS, NPORS, or equivalent plant operator certification is preferred.
• Experience within waste, recycling, aggregates, quarrying, or industrial environments is advantageous.
• Strong awareness of health and safety procedures.
• Reliable, hardworking, and flexible approach to shift patterns.