Loading Shovel Operator

Smart Solutions; Colne; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting bonus £500

Overtime opportunities

Immediate start

Long-term opportunity

Job summary

Smart Solutions is seeking an experienced Regional Load Shovel Operator to support multiple waste transfer stations across Lancashire. Based primarily from Colne, you will join a regional team and travel between sites as required.

This full-time role offers £14.00 per hour, 47.5 hours per week, with a 6:00am start and ASAP start. A £500 starting bonus is available, with £250 after 6 weeks and £250 after 12 weeks.

Qualifications

• Valid Load Shovel licence/certificate.
• Previous loading shovel operating experience.
• Good communication skills.
• Strong commitment to Health & Safety.
• Reliable, flexible approach with ability to travel between sites.
• Immediate availability preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate a loading shovel safely and efficiently.
• Load, move and process waste and recyclable materials.
• Complete daily vehicle checks and report defects.
• Maintain safe loading areas and clear spillages.
• Follow all Health & Safety procedures and site rules.
• Support weighbridge and operational activities when required.
• Work collaboratively across multiple sites.

Skills

Load shovel licence

Loading shovel experience

Good communication

Health & safety

Travel flexibility

Immediate availability

Job description

Regional Load Shovel Operator - Immediate Start | £500 Starting Bonus

Location: Lancashire Region (Base site: Colne BB8 8LB)
Pay: £14.00 per hour
Hours: 47.5 hours per week (9.5 hours per day, 30-minute unpaid lunch)
Start Time: 6:00am
Start Date: ASAP

£500 Starting Bonus

• £250 after 6 weeks' successful service
• £250 after 12 weeks' successful service

We are seeking an experienced Regional Load Shovel Operator to support multiple waste transfer stations across Lancashire. While based primarily from Colne, you will be part of a regional team covering sites including Colne, Darwen, Preston (Redscar), Blackpool and Lancaster (Salt Ayre). We aim to place operators at sites closest to home where possible, however travel between sites will be required.

5-Week Rolling Rota

• Week 1: Mon-Fri (Sat/Sun off)
• Week 2: Mon-Fri (Sat/Sun off)
• Week 3: Mon-Thu & Sun (Fri/Sat off)
• Week 4: Mon/Tue/Fri/Sat/Sun (Wed/Thu off)
• Week 5: Tue-Sat (Mon/Sun off)

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a loading shovel safely and efficiently.
• Load, move and process waste and recyclable materials.
• Complete daily vehicle checks and report defects.
• Maintain safe loading areas and clear spillages.
• Follow all Health & Safety procedures and site rules.
• Support weighbridge and operational activities when required.
• Work collaboratively across multiple sites.

Essential Requirements

• Valid Load Shovel licence/certificate.
• Previous loading shovel operating experience.
• Good communication skills.
• Strong commitment to Health & Safety.
• Reliable, flexible approach with ability to travel between sites.
• Immediate availability preferred.

What We Offer

• £14.00 per hour
• Overtime opportunities
• Immediate start
• Long-term opportunity with a leading waste management business
• £500 starting bonus scheme

Smart Solutions proudly supports the Armed Forces Covenant. We are committed to ensuring that those who serve or have served in the Armed Forces, and their families, are treated fairly. We welcome applications from members of the Armed Forces community and value the skills, experience, and dedication they bring.

Eligible Armed Forces candidates meeting the minimum criteria will be offered an interview.

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