Plant Operator required Location: Croft / Mountsorrel
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Aboutthe Role
We are looking for a Plant Operator to join our clients highways team. You will help maintain roads and footpaths, operate machinery, and support construction and maintenance work across Leicestershire (and occasionally nearby areas).
Youll work as part of a team but should be comfortable working independently day-to-day.
Key Responsibilities
Operate heavy machinery such as tractors, roadmenders, and horticultural equipment
Work safely on public roads, following traffic management rules
Carry out general highway maintenance (e.g. grass cutting, hedge trimming, road repairs)
Follow health and safety procedures at all times
Keep training records up to date
Support other tasks as required by your manager
Promote equality and fair treatment for everyone
Working Conditions
May include early starts, nights, and weekend work
Work begins and ends at site or depot
You must travel to and from work locations yourself
Work outdoors in all weather conditions
Training and development opportunities will be provided
What Were Looking For
Essential
Basic reading, writing, and maths skills
Experience using plant machinery safely
Knowledge of working on public highways and traffic management
Ability to measure and calculate (e.g. areas, volumes)
Full driving licence and own transport
Willingness to travel and work outdoors xxuwjjq in all conditions
Desirable (but not required)
CSCS Health & Safety certificate
NVQ Level 2 in Highway Maintenance (or similar)
Roadworker or plant operator qualifications (e.g. NPORS, NRSWA)
Experience driving heavy goods vehicles or forklifts
Health & safety training (e.g. IOSH)
Other Information
* You may be asked to attend training courses or meetings
* Expenses are paid in line with council policies