Bagging Plant Operative

Breedon Group; Newport; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Holiday Buy Scheme

Contributory Pension

Volunteer Scheme

Share Save Scheme

Enhanced parental leave

Health & Wellbeing

Discount Scheme

Digital GP

Learning & progression

Job summary

Breedon Group is seeking a Bagging Plant Operative to join the Severn Sands bagging operation in Newport, South Wales. You will operate forklifts and bagging lines as part of a small team, carrying out basic equipment checks and housekeeping while maintaining a safe, efficient site.

This permanent, full-time role requires a valid forklift licence (5T+), and licences or experience with loading shovels, telehandlers, and MEWPs where applicable.

Qualifications

• Forklift licence is essential.
• FLT NVQ/MP Skills Card preferred.
• Loading shovel/telehandler licences are desirable.
• Weighbridge experience is desirable.
• Experience in the building products sector is desirable.
• Mechanical background is advantageous.
• Ability to work well in a team.
• Good problem-solving ability.

Responsibilities

• Operate one of the site forklifts (5T+) with licence.
• Assist the bagging team on lines and keep area tidy.
• Support the Bagging Supervisor.
• Operate site machinery (loading shovels, forklifts, MEWPs, mini diggers) as licenced.
• Carry out safety inspections of the site.
• Follow work instructions issued by Site Management.
• Perform pre-start and planned maintenance checks (training provided).
• Maintain records as required.
• Ensure safety of people, equipment and vehicles; report issues to Site Manager.
• Lead by example and address unsafe behaviours.
• Adhere to Company Policies & Procedures.
• Be a brand ambassador for Breedon in the Southwest.
• Be versatile and willing to overtime/out of hours.

Skills

Forklift Licence

FLT NVQ/MP Skills Card

Loading Shovel Licence

Weighbridge experience

Mechanical background

Teamwork

Problem solving

Job description

Bagging Plant Operative

Department: Operations and Maintenance

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Newport, South Wales

Description

We are looking for somebody to be part of the Bagging operation at Severn Sands including operating various mobile plant primarily counterbalance Forklift Trucks, working on Bagging and packing systems & various plant and equipment as part of a team.

You will be responsible for operating plant primarily operating a Forklift, but also as an operative within the Bagging operation to operate the bagging process which will also include housekeeping and basic maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating one the 5 Site Forklifts – Forklift licence >5T Red or Blue card essential
• Providing assistance to the bagging team operating Bagging lines with general housekeeping duties
• Providing support to the Bagging Supervisor
• Operating site machinery including Loading shovels, Forklifts, MEWP’S & Mini Diggers (Subject to licences)
• Carrying out safety inspections of the site
• Complying with relevant work instructions as indicated by the Site Management team
• Carry our pre start and planned preventative inspections of machinery ( including use of Assure & Check-proof)- Training will be provided
• Maintain records as required
• Ensure Safety of people, equipment, plant and vehicles, flagging up any issues to the Site Manager
• Lead by example at all times & challenge all unsafe behaviours and conditions encountered, flagging up to management to be recorded
• You must adhere to all Company Policies & Procedures.
• Be a brand ambassador for Breedon in the Southwest region
• Be versatile and adaptable, be prepared to work overtime and work out of hours for operational and maintenance tasks

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• A Forklift Licence - Is essential
• A FLT NVQ / MP Skills Card is preferred but not mandatory
• A Loading Shovel / Skid Steer & Telehandler licence is desirable
• Weighbridge experience is desired but not essential
• Previous experience of working in the Building products sector would be desirable
• A mechanical background would be advantageous
• The ability to work within a team environment is essential
• Being able to detect and solve problems is a great strength to have for this role

Job Benefits

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Holiday Buy Scheme
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Volunteer Scheme
• Share Save Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity, Adoption & Paternity Scheme
• Health & Wellbeing Programme
• Discount Scheme
• Digital GP
• Broad learning opportunities, training and career progression pathways