Heavy Plant and Machinery Operative
Application Deadline: 28 November 2025
Department: Site Operations
Employment Type: Permanent
Location: Rotherham
Description
Join the UK’s Leading Renewable Energy Supplier!
Are you a skilled machine operative ready to make a real impact in the renewable energy sector? At Seras, we’re proud to be the UK’s number one supplier of biomass fuel — and we’re looking for dedicated individuals to help us continue driving sustainable change.
In this role, you’ll play a vital part in processing waste wood, contributing directly to our mission of powering Energy Recovery Facilities across the country. With long‑term contracts in place, we supply nearly 2 million tonnes of biomass fuel annually, generating renewable electricity equivalent to the domestic needs of 2% of the UK population.
What We Offer
* A key role in a fast‑growing, future‑focused industry
* Long‑term job security with established contracts
* The chance to be part of a team making a real environmental difference
Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday with alternate weekends.
Key Responsibilities
* Promote and maintain a safe working environment by promptly reporting all accidents and near misses in accordance with health and safety procedures.
* Adhere to company policies, procedures, and protocols relating to environmental sustainability and product quality standards.
* Collaborate with team members to achieve daily production Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
* Safely and efficiently operate driving machinery following completion of relevant training and formal authorization.
* Ensure compliance with site traffic management processes to support safe and effective site operations.
* Provide training and support to colleagues, demonstrating competence and knowledge in relevant operational areas.
* Maintain product quality standards to meet customer specifications and expectations.
* Conduct daily machinery inspections to ensure operational readiness and safety.
* Load vehicles accurately and safely, following established procedures.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Essential:
* Loading shovel certificate
Desirable:
* Computer literate
* First aid trained
* CITB
Benefits
We have a wide variety of additional benefits including but not exclusively:
* Health Cash Plan for medical expenses
* Free uniform & PPE
* Pension Scheme & Life Assurance
* High Street discounts & Referral Scheme
* Driver Representatives & Employee forum
* Career progression & personal development opportunities
* Free eye tests
* Employee Referral Scheme up to £150
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