J Dickinson and Sons Ltd
Mobile Plant/Loading Shovel/360 Grab Operator
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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
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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 J. Dickinson & Sons?
J. Dickinson & Sons 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.
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Our values
J. Dickinson & Sons 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.
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