Colas Ltd are a UK subsidiary of the global Colas Group, which operates in over 50 countries worldwide and employs over 55,000 people including over 1500 in the UK across multiple sites. We are specialists in highways construction and have been involved in large scale UK and international construction projects within the highways, airfields and marine sectors as well as offering highways maintenance services and manufacturing our own innovative surfacing products. We hold a ‘Gold Investor in People’ award for continuously developing and rewarding our employees, offering excellent career potential.
Purpose of the role Colas Ltd have a fantastic opportunity for a Plant Operative to join the team. You will be responsible for production and manufacturing and be trained and experienced in forklift operations. You will work in the Rowfant processing plant loading orders from pallets to the weight of 1 tonne. Following Safety and Environmental protocol, maintaining stock levels and keeping a clean and safe environment.
Main Responsibilities As Plant Operative, you will ensure the Company’s Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental objectives are met and procedures are followed. You will undertake the receipt of raw materials and products, and be involved in the manufacture and reprocessing of products. The Plant Operative will also monitor raw materials and ensure stock levels are sufficient for production.
This role also covers plant maintenance, good housekeeping, and undertaking supervisory duties for operatives working in the plant to cover for the Plant Manager.
Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will have safety and environmental awareness gained from working in any industrial-based role, and will have previous experience operating a Forklift Truck.
Package Description Here at Colas, we offer a great total compensation package, including:
A salary of £26,000 to £29,000 with opportunity for overtime.
Our Colas Pension Scheme has combined contributions of up to 10%
Life Assurance Scheme which is x4 basic salary
21 days annual leave per year + Public Holidays
Holiday Purchase & Selling Scheme
Hybrid Working Scheme (dependent on the role)
Opportunities to study towards a fully funded Professional Qualification
Ongoing personal / professional development
Discounts on car leasing, holidays, cinema tickets, restaurants and much more through our online employee benefits portal