CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent
HOURS OF WORK: Days, 40 hours per week
SALARY: £16.04 per hour
CLOSING DATE: 12th December 2025
Hargreaves Industrial Services is a leading provider of contract operation and maintenance services. We are working with Enfinium to provide operational support services, a UK-based energy from waste (EfW) company, specialising in converting non-recyclable waste into renewable energy.
We are looking to appoint Operators to work as part of our team on site.
As an Operator you will enjoy working in a team environment, demonstrate a willingness to learn and will always be reliable and presentable.
Working in the energy from waste industry offers a blend of environmental, technological, and societal benefits, making it an attractive career choice. Moreover, the industry is growing in response to increasing urbanization and waste generation, leading to a stable job market with ample opportunities for career advancement.
Full training and site induction will be provided.
Overtime is available.
The role briefly encompasses the following duties: -
1. Operate mobile plant (including front end loading shovel, telehandler, forklift truck)
2. Coordinate deliveries of waste into the tipping area (deliveries arrive by HGV)
3. General cleaning of the tipping area
4. Operation of weighbridge
5. Accept deliveries of other bulk materials used in the energy from waste process.
6. Support the daily operational activities of the energy from waste plant
7. Attend training as and when required.
8. Comply with all safe working practices as instructed.
The ideal candidate will possess the following skills/experience/ attributes:-
9. Experience of or qualified to NPORS (National Plant Operators Registration Scheme) level for the operation of mobile plant. (Even if your current training has expired, as refresher training can be provided)
10. A strong team player
11. Good communicator
12. Understanding of health and safety in the workplace
13. Preferably, but not essential as training will be given, in possession of either currently or in the past recognised safety qualifications (e.g. CITB (Construction Industry Training Board) or IOSH (Institute of Occupational Health)
14. Ability to learn to operate weighbridge computer software, as necessary.
15. Good timekeeping and willing to work overtime as necessary.
Employee Benefits
Health and wellness
16. Westfield Health Cash Plan - A health cash plan which allows you to claim money back, up to set limits, towards the cost of your essential healthcare, as well as providing access to valuable health and wellbeing services.
17. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Confidential program that provide support for mental health, financial guidance, and other personal challenges.
18. 24/7 GP access for you and your family.
19. Gym membership discounts.
Financial
20. Pension plan: Auto enrolment pension scheme with 3% employer contribution.
21. Life insurance: A lump sum payout to a beneficiary upon the employee's death in service.
22. Access to our exclusive discounts and cashback scheme- Hargreaves Rewards
Time off and flexibility
23. Paid time off (PTO): 25 days paid holidays. 8x bank holidays
Professional development
24. Training and development: Opportunities to learn new skills, apprenticeships and professional certifications.
Other
25. Salary sacrifice electric vehicle lease scheme through Arval Ignition
26. Cycle to Work Scheme