Loader

Rubicon Recruitment; Poole; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Poole is seeking an experienced Loader to join their team. You will handle loading and unloading tasks, operate various machinery, and ensure a safe working environment. Candidates should possess valid Counterbalance and Side Loader licences and have background experience in structural steelwork. Competitive perks include 25 days holiday, a pension scheme, and wellbeing support.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Group personal pension scheme

Free onsite car parking

Life Assurance

Medicash scheme

24/7 confidential telephone assistance

Qualifications

• Background in material handling within structural steelwork.
• Valid Counterbalance and Side Loader licences required.
• Experience with overhead cranes (ITSSAR accredited) is essential.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading trailers for deliveries and internal site movements.
• Operating trained plant and machinery.
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe working environment.

Skills

Material handling

Loading and unloading

Operating plant machinery

Communication skills

Basic PC literacy

Tools

Meba Saw

Peddinghaus Drill

Voortman

Geka

Phiran

Shot Blast

Forklift

Job description

Loader Poole GBP14ph

Are you a hands-on, safety-conscious individual with experience in structural steelwork? This Loader role offers a varied and active position within a well-established engineering firm known for its technical excellence and supportive culture.

With over 70 years of experience across sectors like defence, nuclear, rail, and marine, this leading UK construction engineering company is looking for a reliable and proactive team member to support operations at their Poole Works site.

As Loader, you will benefit from:

• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Group personal pension scheme with employer contributions
• Free onsite car parking for all staff
• Life Assurance for added peace of mind
• Access to the Medicash scheme supporting everyday healthcare costs
• Mindful Employer Scheme 24/7 confidential telephone assistance for wellbeing support
• Company pension and retirement planning assistance to help you plan for the future

As Loader, your responsibilities will include:

• Loading and unloading trailers for deliveries and internal site movements
• Operating trained plant and machinery, including Meba Saw, Peddinghaus Drill, Voortman, Geka, Phiran, Shot Blast, side loader, and forklift
• Driving the shunter and pickup truck for on-site and local transport
• Supporting the fitting shop and paint shop with material handling
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe working environment
• Reporting delays, missing items, or safety concerns to Works Management

As Loader, your experience will include:

• Background in material handling within structural steelwork
• Valid Counterbalance and Side Loader licences
• Experience with overhead cranes (ITSSAR accredited)
• Confident slinging and securing of heavy loads
• Familiarity with CNC and manual machinery as listed above
• Strong communication skills and basic PC literacy
• Possession of a valid HGV licence (desirable)
• Previous banksman experience in a structural steel or construction environment (desirable)

If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with an up-to-date CV or call Ella in Rubicon s Technical team for more information