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Harsco Environmental

Heavy Equipment Operator

Newport
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Company Description

Harsco Environmental is the premier provider of material processing and environmental services to the global steel and metals industries. Our onsite mill services and resource recovery services offer sustainable solutions that maximize environmental benefit and return valuable raw material into production. We also have developed a range of by-products for specialized applications across industry, construction and agriculture, which utilize Harsco’s expertise in mineral materials.

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Position Summary

The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe, efficient operation of large mobile equipment used to support steel‑mill operations. This role plays a critical part in material movement, production support, and site safety. Operators work in a demanding industrial environment where strict safety compliance and operational precision are essential.

Key Responsibilities

  • Safely operate heavy equipment such as wheel loaders, dozers, excavators, cranes, material handlers, haul trucks, and other support equipment
  • Support steel‑mill operations through material handling activities, including slag, scrap metal, raw materials, and finished by‑products
  • Perform pre‑shift and post‑shift equipment inspections and report mechanical or safety concerns
  • Operate equipment in compliance with company policies, site procedures, and all applicable safety regulations
  • Maintain awareness of surroundings while working in active mill areas with moving equipment, rail traffic, and high‑temperature processes
  • Communicate effectively with dispatch, supervisors, and maintenance personnel
  • Maintain clean, organized work areas and equipment cabs
  • Complete required production, inspection, and equipment operation documentation
  • Participate in safety meetings, job safety analyses (JSAs), and ongoing training programs
  • Assist with basic equipment care and minor operational adjustments as trained

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Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • 1 - 3 year’s experience as a equipment operator.
  • Ability to do manual labor in an outdoor environment that may include elevated areas and extreme weather conditions.
  • Good communications skills, and the ability to read operating instructions.
  • Proactive in SAFETY and works well in a team environment.

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Additional Information

We offer competitive benefits, including health insurance, life insurance and disability plans, as well as a 401k with company matching.

Harsco Environmental is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

If you have a difficulty applying for any job posted on the Harsco Environmental website because a disability prevents you from using the online system, Harsco Environmental offers the following alternate application procedure: Contact Sharon Geibel, Recruiter, at sgeibel@harsco.com and Harsco Environmental will arrange for an alternate method of applying and will consider your application together with all other applications received for the job. Please email only for disability application. No other inquiries will receive a response.

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.

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Newport, Wales, United Kingdom

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