Overview
Mobile Plant Operator – Recycling Facility
Location: Great Blakenham, Ipswich - IP6 area
Pay Rate: £14.30 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am – 5:00pm
Job Type: Full-Time, Ongoing
About the Role
We are currently recruiting an experienced Mobile Plant Operator to join a busy waste and recycling operation in Great Blakenham.
This is a hands-on role operating a range of mobile plant machinery including Loading Shovel and 360 Grab (Selector Grab), supporting daily site operations and ensuring materials are processed safely and efficiently.
You will play a key role in maintaining site flow, operating machinery, and ensuring all materials are handled in line with strict health & safety standards.
Responsibilities
* Operate Loading Shovel and 360 Grab (Selector Grab) safely and efficiently
* Load curtain-sided vehicles using teletruck equipment
* Load articulated lorries using loading shovel
* Feed baler and support processing operations using 360 grab
* Move, sort, and manage waste materials across site
* Control traffic within tipping hall and operational areas
* Inspect and sort incoming waste materials
* Ensure finished materials are stored safely and correctly
* Carry out machine checks and basic maintenance
* Ensure accurate weighbridge and system recording (manual or electronic)
* Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment
Requirements
* Experience operating Loading Shovel and 360 Grab (essential)
* Valid plant tickets (in-house training may be considered)
* Experience in waste, recycling, or industrial environments preferred
* Ability to work in a fast-paced operational setting
* Strong awareness of health & safety procedures
* Reliable, punctual, and team-focused attitude
What We Offer
* £14.30 per hour
* Monday to Friday daytime shifts
* Stable, full-time ongoing work
* Opportunity to work within a busy recycling environment
* Supportive team and site training available
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