FCC Environment
Plant Operator
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Plant Operator
Hourly Rate – £13.44 per hour
Hours – 48 hours per week
Location – Rotherwas, Hereford
As a Plant Operator at FCC Environment, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of plant equipment, ensuring waste is handled safely and efficiently.
This is a full-time position, working five days per week.
Our promise to you
- Competitive salary
- The equivalent of 28 days’ annual leave
- Pension scheme
- On-the-job training and progression opportunities
- Recognition scheme
- Refer a friend scheme
- Flexible benefits, including high street savings, cycle-to-work scheme, and holiday purchase (where applicable)
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and Best Doctors Service via our Wellbeing Platform
What will you be doing?
- Operating plant and machinery safely in line with procedures
- Carrying out daily checks and reporting any faults or defects
- Ensuring only permitted waste is accepted and handled correctly
- Maintaining accurate records as required
- Supporting site rules and ensuring compliance with safety standards
- Keeping machinery, work areas, and rest facilities clean and tidy
- Working closely with management and other team members to keep operations running smoothly
- Following all health, safety, and environmental procedures at all times
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What are we looking for?
- Good understanding of Health & Safety requirements
- Experience operating machinery or working in a similar environment (desirable)
- The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Good communication skills and ability to follow instructions
- A flexible and reliable approach to work
- Health and safety focused with strong attention to detail
About us
Severn Waste Services is the public face of municipal waste management in Worcestershire and Herefordshire. We are proud to be part of FCC Environment, one of the nation’s leading waste and resource management companies. Committed to sustainability, we strive to minimise waste sent to landfill by transforming it into valuable resources wherever possible.
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We operate numerous facilities across England, Scotland, and Wales, employing around 4,200 dedicated people. The UK's recycling and waste management industry has never been more critical. We need innovative individuals who are up for the challenge of tackling climate change. We need people with fresh ideas. We need you. Together, we will meet the UK’s waste management and energy recovery needs.
FCC Environment is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment.
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