Front End Loading Shovel Operator (Flexi) - Port of Tyne

TN United Kingdom; Esh Winning; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Front End Loading Shovel Operator to join their team at the Port of Tyne. This role involves the safe handling and movement of Biomass materials, ensuring efficient operations within a new facility. The ideal candidate will possess a recognised FEL licence and have experience in materials handling. With a strong focus on safety and teamwork, this position offers a dynamic work environment where you can develop your skills further. If you're ready to take on a challenging role with a reputable company, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Recognised FEL licence required.
• Experience in materials handling environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load Biomass into loading hoppers and road lorries.
• Ensure safe movements and handling of Biomass.
• Complete relevant paperwork for operations.

Skills

FEL licence

Health & Safety knowledge

Good communication skills

Experience in materials handling

Biomass handling experience

Job description

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Front End Loading Shovel Operator (Flexi) - Port of Tyne, Esh Winning

Client: Hargreaves

Location: Port of Tyne

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 0247401fc2fe

Job Views: 8

Posted: 24.04.2025

Expiry Date: 08.06.2025

Job Description:

CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent

HOURS OF WORK: Annualised hours (1816 hours)

SALARY: £32,853

CLOSING DATE: 9th July 2024

A vacancy has arisen for a FEL Operator to join our team within our new Operations and cleaning of a Biomass handling & storage facility contract at the Port of Tyne.

The FEL Operator role exists to move Biomass material on site; hours of work will depend on vessel schedules.

Hargreaves Industrial Services provides operations and cleaning services to our client at the Port of Tyne Biomass handling facility.

We are responsible for the safe movements and handling of Biomass following vessel discharge and the dispatch of loaded rail wagons within the Port.

The role briefly encompasses the following duties:

• Loading Biomass into loading hoppers to supply material to the adjacent rail loading facility
• Loading Biomass materials into road lorries
• Secondary loading/movements of Biomass to/from storage areas within the Port
• Supporting movements of Biomass within the main Biomass store
• Stock management within the main Biomass store, including use of push-up blades
• Ensuring different types of materials are separated
• Completing all relevant paperwork for plant operations and material movements
• Maintaining plant and equipment in a safe, operational, and clean condition
• Understanding Safe Working Procedures
• Attending meetings or training sessions as required
• Good communication skills and understanding of Health & Safety in the workplace
• Supporting secondary roles within the operation, such as internal tipper wagon driving, train loading watchman, and biomass material condition monitoring (training provided)

Ideal candidate skills and experience:

• Recognised FEL licence (internal site licence, CPCS, NPOR, etc.)
• IOSHH working safely certification (training provided)
• Experience in a materials handling environment
• Experience in Biomass handling (desirable)
• COMPEX training (desirable, training available)