Loading Shovel Operator

Ward Recycling; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Overtime paid after 40 hours per week

Full PPE provided

Opportunity to join a newly established site

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Job summary

A leading waste management company is seeking a Loading Shovel Operator to join their team at a new site in Nottingham. The role involves operating a loading shovel to manage materials safely, conducting pre-start checks, and supporting production targets. Candidates should have a valid loading shovel licence and experience in recycling or heavy industry. The company offers a competitive hourly rate, overtime, and ongoing training. This position provides an excellent opportunity to contribute to a newly established site and work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Valid Loading Shovel licence is required.
• Experience in recycling, aggregates, waste or heavy industry is advantageous.
• Strong awareness of safe plant operation is essential.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable and safety-focused.
• Experience within metal recycling.
• Basic mechanical knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Operate a loading shovel to move and manage materials safely.
• Conduct daily pre-start checks and complete required documentation.
• Load and unload vehicles while maintaining operational targets.
• Maintain awareness of traffic management systems and pedestrian safety.
• Conduct daily pre-start checks and complete required documentation.
• Identify and report mechanical defects or performance issues.
• Carry out routine cleaning and basic maintenance of the machine.
• Work to site production targets while maintaining safety standards.
• Support general housekeeping across operational areas.

Skills

Valid Loading Shovel licence (e.g. NPORS or CPCS)

Experience operating loading shovels in recycling

Strong awareness of safe plant operation

Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment

Reliable and safety‑focused

Basic mechanical knowledge

Education

Loading Shovel licence NPORS/CPCS

Job description

We are recruiting a Loading Shovel Operator to join our team at our new Nottingham site.

This is a skilled plant operator role responsible for operating a loading shovel to move, load and manage materials safely and efficiently across the site. The role is critical to maintaining production flow, feeding plant and ensuring vehicles are loaded in line with operational targets.

You will be expected to operate your machine safely, professionally and in accordance with site procedures while maintaining high standards of housekeeping and equipment care.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a loading shovel to move and manage scrap and processed materials
• Feed processing plant as required
• Load and unload articulated vehicles and containers safely
• Maintain awareness of traffic management systems and pedestrian safety
• Conduct daily pre-start checks and complete required documentation
• Identify and report mechanical defects or performance issues
• Carry out routine cleaning and basic maintenance of the machine
• Work to site production targets while maintaining safety standards
• Support general housekeeping across operational areas

Machine Responsibility

Operators are expected to take full ownership of their allocated machine, including:

• Completing daily inspections and reporting defects
• Monitoring machine performance and wear
• Keeping the cab and machine clean and presentable
• Operating within manufacturer guidelines and safe working practices

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Operate plant in accordance with Health & Safety legislation and site rules
• Wear appropriate PPE at all times
• Follow Safe Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Maintain vigilance around pedestrians and other moving plant
• Report hazards, near misses or unsafe behaviours immediately
• Support compliance with environmental permit conditions

Skills & Experience

• Valid Loading Shovel licence (e.g. NPORS or CPCS)
• Experience operating loading shovels in recycling, aggregates, waste or heavy industry
• Strong awareness of safe plant operation
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment
• Reliable and safety‑focused
• Experience within metal recycling
• Basic mechanical knowledge

Personal Attributes

• Responsible and proactive
• Team-oriented and dependable

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate (dependent on experience)
• Overtime paid after 40 hours per week
• Full PPE provided
• Opportunity to join a newly established and growing site
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

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