Loading Shovel & 360 Operator
Newport, NP11 area
Pay: £14.00 per hour
Working hours: Monday to Friday, 6:00am – 5:00pm
Job Overview
Smart Solutions is recruiting an experienced Shovel and 360 Operator for a client based in Newport. This role offers stable, full‑time work within a busy recycling and waste transfer operation that is growing.
Responsibilities
* Safely operate Loading Shovel and 360 Excavator machinery within the recycling yard and waste transfer site
* Load, move, sort, and stockpile recyclable materials and waste streams
* Feed shredders, screening equipment, and processing machinery while maintaining production levels
* Carry out daily vehicle and machinery inspections and report defects promptly
* Assist with loading and unloading customer and supplier vehicles
* Ensure recyclable materials are separated correctly to minimise contamination
* Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment
* Follow all health & safety and environmental procedures on site
Requirements
* Experience operating Loading Shovel and 360 Excavator machinery
* In‑house or lapsed licences will be considered
* Confident operating machinery, as assessments will be carried out on site
* Strong awareness of health & safety procedures
* Reliable and hardworking attitude
Benefits
* Full‑time, ongoing work
* Immediate starts available
* Opportunity to join a well‑established recycling business
* Supportive working environment
Licence / Certification
* 360 licence (preferred)
* Loading Shovel Licence (preferred)
Work Location
In person
Equal Opportunity Statement
Smart Solutions proudly supports the Armed Forces Covenant. We are committed to ensuring that those who serve or have served in the Armed Forces, and their families, are treated fairly. We welcome applications from members of the Armed Forces community and value the skills, experience, and dedication they bring.
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