360 Operator x 2 vacancies

SRC Aggregates; Little Dunmow; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aggregate supplier in Little Dunmow is seeking a skilled Machine Operator to manage excavation and material handling. The role requires proficiency in operating machinery and adherence to health and safety standards. Ideal candidates will have a recognised plant operating qualification and experience in a busy environment. Responsibilities include daily inspections and maintenance of machinery, complying with environmental policies, and reporting issues to the Quarry Manager. This position offers a dynamic working environment with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a busy environment.
• Experience with operating and basic maintenance of mobile plant.
• Willingness to take instruction.

Responsibilities

• Excavate required material and handle it including levelling off and grading.
• Ensure daily inspection and maintenance of machinery.
• Operate machine competently within site conditions.
• Comply with Health, Safety and Environmental policies.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to work with individuals across departments

Enthusiastic and committed

Fast learner

Education

Recognised qualification to operate plant (CPCS or MPQC)

Health and Safety trained

Job description

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB:

Excavate required material and rehandle to include levelling off, grading, batters and trench. To load vehicles and to lift equipment when required.

RELATIONSHIPS:

Responsible to: Quarry Manager

Responsible for: None

Liaison with: Directors, Managers, Employees, Clients

MAIN TASKS OF JOB:

• Ensure daily inspection of machine are conducted to include undercarriage.
• Ensure day to day maintenance of machine is performed to include greasing, cleaning, and monitoring.
• Maintain and inspect any attachments
• Recording and reporting on a daily check sheet including hours and any defects.
• Start up and shut down procedures of the machine.
• To operate machine to a competent level and within site conditions.
• Ensure all operations are carried out under Quarry Regulations 1999.
• Reports any problems to the Quarry Manager.
• Ensure PPE is worn at all times
• Responsible for the removal of all waste products in line with the Company’s Environmental policy.
• To comply with the company’s Health, Safety and Environmental policy, highlighting anti‑issues appropriately.
• To act in accordance with the company’s Health, Safety and Environmental policies, procedures and practices.
• Performs other duties as directed

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• Enthusiastic, committed and a fast learner with previous experience of a busy environment
• Ability to work with individuals across departments and liaise with external customers and contacts
• Strong communication skills and willingness to take instruction.
• Recognised qualification to operate plant (preferably CPCS or MPQC) or working towards;
• Health and Safety trained or working towards
• Experience with operating and basic maintenance of mobile plant;

The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the organisation.