Excavator operator 16tonne

Enva; Leicester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Excavator Driver, where your skills in operating heavy machinery will play a vital role in waste management. In this full-time position, you'll be responsible for safely operating excavators to handle various materials, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. With a commitment to sustainability, this innovative firm offers a supportive environment for career growth, backed by comprehensive training and benefits. If you're passionate about making a difference in resource recovery and recycling, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Holiday allowance

Company pension scheme

Enhanced family friendly policies

Employee Assistance Program

Lifestyle & Leisure Discounts

Employee Life Insurance

Bike2Work scheme

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy machinery with hydraulic grabs is essential.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations is crucial for this role.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate Excavator vehicles for material handling.
• Perform daily maintenance checks and report any issues.

Skills

Valid Driver’s License

Experience with crushers

Heavy equipment operation

Knowledge of health and safety standards

Routine maintenance checks

Strong communication skills

Job description

Description
We are looking for a committed Excavator Driver to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis, working on our waste management facilities. In this role, you will operate heavy machinery equipped with a hydraulic grab, bucket or claw attachment, often used for handling bulk materials such as construction waste, scrap metal, or other large debris.
Key Responsibilities

1. Operating Machinery: Safely operate Excavator vehicles to lift, move, and load materials such as scrap, construction waste, or debris into crusher, trucks or designated areas.
2. Material Handling: Efficiently use the hydraulic grab to sort and move different materials, ensuring minimal damage and maximizing space usage.
3. Site Safety: Adhere to all health and safety regulations, ensuring that operations are performed without risk to personnel or property.
4. Routine Maintenance: Perform daily checks on the vehicle, including fluid levels, tires, brakes, and attachments. Report any malfunctions or required repairs.
5. Documentation: Keep accurate records of loads transported, fuel usage, and vehicle inspections.
6. Communication: Coordinate with site managers, supervisors, and other operators to ensure smooth workflow and material handling.
7. Compliance: Follow environmental and safety regulations, especially in waste management operations.
8. Customer Interaction: In some cases, liaise with clients, ensuring proper delivery and collection of materials.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

1. Valid Driver’s License (appropriate for operating heavy machinery).
2. Experience with crushers.
3. Experience with heavy equipment operation, particularly with hydraulic grabs.
4. Knowledge of relevant health and safety standards.
5. Ability to perform routine maintenance checks on machinery.
6. Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.

Why Work For Enva?
Enva is committed to providing more than just jobs, we want to grow our business by offering career paths that match the aspirations of the talent that is increasingly aware of the need to protect the planet we all share. For the right candidates, the possibilities are truly endless and we will offer all the support, training and benefits you need to help you realise your true potential.

Examples of Company Benefits:

1. A competitive salary in a growing company committed to our people.
2. A competitive holiday allowance.
3. Company pension scheme.
4. Enhanced family friendly policies.
5. Employee Assistance Program.
6. Lifestyle & Leisure Discounts: Discounts for gym, leisure, cinema, shopping and many more…
7. Employee Life Insurance.
8. Bike2Work scheme.
9. Free on-site parking.

About Enva
Enva is a leading provider of recycling and resource recovery solutions, with locations across the United Kingdom and Ireland. We operate across 4 core waste streams: Hazardous Materials, Non-Hazardous Materials, Hydrocarbons, and General Waste Recycling.
With sustainability at the forefront of our proposition, we recover a broad range of waste materials for re-use in manufacturing and energy conversion. At Enva, we are committed to recycling and resource recovery; it forms the basis of our business strategy and our values.
We support the life cycle of waste products to provide either a second life, such as the production of energy or, in many cases, closed-loop recycling solutions. Our dedication to developing new and innovative products and solutions and extending the life cycle of the world’s resources is driving our business forward.