Mobile Plant Operative
Wheeled Loading Shovel & Telescopic Handler licences are required along with the experience.
Job location: Castle Cary, Somerset, BA7 area Pay Rate: £14.46 per hour | weekly pay every Friday | Overtime paid over 40 per week 150%
Schedule: Monday to Friday | ideally 7am-3pm-but it will be agreed on the interview Industry: Waste & Recycling
Job type: Full-Time, Ongoing
Smart Solutions is looking for experienced Wheeled Loading Shovel & Telescopic Handler operator for the green waste composting, waste wood processing, and road sweepings recovery operation.
The Role
As a Mobile Plant Operative, you'll play a key part in the daily operations of handling bulk materials with a loading shovel, including loading waste shredding and screening machinery and lorries as part of a composting & wood processing operation. Applicants MUST be experienced and have held a nationally recognised mobile plant operator's qualification for Wheeled Loading Shovel and Telescopic Handler.
Key Responsibilities:
Operate and maintain machinery including loading shovels and material handlers
Ensure safe and efficient loading of vehicles to maximise payloads and minimise environmental impact
Coordinate day-to-day transport movements within the site
Carry out daily inspections, maintenance checks, and report any faults
Keep site areas clean, tidy, and safe at all times
Communicate with visiting drivers, colleagues, and site supervisors professionally
Maintain accurate records and timesheets
Assist with weighbridge and administrative duties when required
Skills & Experience Required
Wheeled Loading Shovel valid licence
Telescopic Handler valid licence
Experience in waste, recycling, or industrial environments preferred
Strong commitment to Health & Safety and environmental compliance
Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions
Good communication and teamwork skills
What's on Offer
Competitive hourly rate of £14.46ph
MondayFriday daytime shifts
Long-term opportunity with a respected industry leader
Supportive, safety-first working culture
How to Apply
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and join a company leading the way in sustainable waste and energy management, apply now.
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