Bagging Plant Operative

Breedon Group plc; Newport; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Holiday Buy Scheme

Contributory Pension Scheme

Volunteer Scheme

Share Save Scheme

Enhanced Maternity, Adoption & Parityn

Health & Wellbeing Programme

Discount Scheme

Digital GP

Broad learning opportunities, training

Job summary

Breedon Group plc is seeking an operative to join the Bagging operation at Severn Sands in Newport. You will operate the site Forklifts and support the bagging process while maintaining housekeeping and basic maintenance tasks.

You will work as part of a team, follow safety procedures, and be prepared to cover overtime or out-of-hours work for maintenance tasks. Training will be provided for pre-start inspections and equipment checks.

Qualifications

• Forklift licence is essential.
• Experience working in a bagging/packing environment is advantageous.
• Ability to operate site machinery safely and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate one of the site Forklifts with the required licences.
• Assist the bagging team on lines and maintain housekeeping.
• Support the Bagging Supervisor and report issues to management.
• Operate site machinery including Loading shovels, Forklifts, MEWP’s & Mini Diggers (where licensed).
• Carry out safety inspections and pre-start/PPIs of machinery; training provided.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety conscious

Problem solving

Flexible/Overtime

Tools

Forklift licence (FLT)

FLT NVQ/MP Skills Card

Loading shovel licence

Telehandler licence

Weighbridge experience

Job description

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.

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 ( include 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

Department

Operations and Maintenance

Location

Newport, South Wales