Crane Driver

Austin Fraser; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in recycling and environmental sustainability is seeking a dedicated Crane Driver. This role involves ensuring the safe loading, sorting, and unloading of scrap metal while maintaining high standards of housekeeping. The successful candidate will work closely with a supportive Site Manager and a collaborative team, contributing to the efficient processing of materials. If you have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety, this position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in a vital industry. Join a company that values teamwork and integrity, and help us drive sustainability forward.

Qualifications

• Experience with 360° material handlers or wheeled loading shovels is a plus.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe loading and unloading of scrap metal at the Huddersfield site.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the working area.

Skills

Teamwork

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Verbal Communication

Calm Under Pressure

Self-Motivation

Flexibility

Education

FLT Licence

360° Material Handler Experience

Tools

Site Based Machinery

Job description

We are looking for candidates who would be interested in working in the recycling and environmental sustainability industry. This position is responsible for carrying out all activities necessary to ensure the safe loading, sorting and unloading of scrap metal. You will also organise material to ensure good standards of housekeeping are met. Working in our Huddersfield site, the successful candidate will be part of a team working under the supervision of a knowledgeable and supportive Site Manager.

Key Crane Driver Responsibilities

1. Ensure vehicles are loaded and unloaded in a safe and proper manner
2. Safely stockpile various grades of scrap metal, and assist with loading and unloading
3. Ensure materials are stored in accordance with company policy
4. Ensure daily checks are completed
5. Attend any training courses that the company proposes
6. Co-ordinate with other operatives to ensure the correct processing of all loads
7. Carry out final inspection of dispatched scrap materials
8. Process material to conform with grade specifications
9. Assist in the scheduling of inward and outward transport
10. Liaise with customers, drivers and contractors who visit the site
11. Ensure the working area is kept in a clean and tidy state at all times
12. Able to work flexible working hours to include occasional evenings and weekends
13. Operation of site based machinery including the shear
14. Perform such other duties as the Company may from time to time reasonably require
15. Comply with all Company policies related to Code of Conduct, Environmental, Health and Safety and Community

Qualifications required for the Crane Driver

1. 360° Material Handler/Wheeled loading shovel experience an advantage
2. FLT licence would be an advantage
3. Proven track record of working within a team environment
4. Ability to stay calm under pressure
5. Exceptional organisational skills
6. High level of attention to detail and accuracy
7. Excellent interpersonal skills
8. Self-motivated, flexible and adaptable
9. Strong verbal communication skills
10. Integrity and confidentiality