HGV / Plant Operator

Ipsum; Basingstoke and Deane; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading operations company is looking for a skilled HGV / Plant Operator in Chirk. This full-time permanent position requires a valid HGV 2 license and prior experience in plant operation. Key responsibilities include ensuring safety compliance, monitoring equipment, and reporting hazards. The role offers great benefits, including annual leave, pension plans, and career progression opportunities. Join a supportive team dedicated to personal development and well-being.

Benefits

24 annual leave plus bank holidays

Group Personal Pension Plan

Career development and progression

Mental health support & counselling services

Cycle to Work scheme

Discount club

Life assurance cover

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Long service recognition

Regular social events

Paid volunteering opportunities

Qualifications

• Valid UK Driving License and appropriate certification to operate heavy machinery.
• Previous experience as a HGV 2 / Hiab / Plant Operator.
• Strong understanding of plant machinery and HGV vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and operational standards.
• Monitor service and inspection regimes for equipment functionality.
• Report any malfunctions or safety hazards to the supervisor immediately.

Skills

HGV plant operation

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Monitoring service and inspection regimes

Education

Level 2 NVQ

Job description

HGV / Plant Operator

Location: Chirk , Oswestry, Wrexham

Employment type: full time Permanent

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, with overtime opportunities available

What's in it for you

We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you're not just taking a job - you're starting a career with real support behind it.

24 annual leave plus bank holidays with the option to buy more

Group Personal Pension Plan

Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications

24/7 access to a virtual GP and Mental health support & counselling services

Cycle to Work scheme

Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more

Life assurance cover

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Long service recognition

Active local social committees

Regular social events

Paid volunteering opportunities in your community

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity to join Team Ipsum at our site in Chirk, in between Oswestry and Wrexham. We require you to have previous Plant Operating / and Hold a HGV 2 Licence, ideally within the Utilities / or Construction Industry. You will be responsible for overseeing and controlling HGV / Plant machinery associated equipment used in association of substation activities. This role ensures that operations conform to all Safety standards and Laws, including Relevant Client Network Requirements and Practices

As a HGV Plant Operator you will

Ensure compliance with safety regulations and operational standards. HGV / Plant are both Law, Site & Highway Compliant, and be compliant in Operations of accountability to report any malfunctions or safety hazards to the supervisor immediately. Monitor Service and Inspection Regimes and Times and collaborate with other team members to ensure the functionality of the work /s required

About you

Previous experience as a HGV 2 / Hiab / Plant Operator in a similar role. Strong understanding of plant machinery and HGV vehicles and equipment. Valid UK Driving License and / or appropriate certification to operate heavy machinery and equipment with technical certification e.g. Level 2 NVQ would be advantageous

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Next steps

If you're interested in this opportunity please apply or reach out to Ipsum' s Talent Team for more information