Loading Shovel Operator

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A busy waste and recycling operation in the East Midlands is hiring an experienced Loading Shovel Operator. This full-time role offers regular hours from 07:00 to 17:00, with overtime on Saturdays and Sundays, and immediate start.

Responsibilities include operating the loading shovel safely, loading HGVs and waste vehicles, maintaining mobile plant, and following health and safety procedures. A positive attitude and reliability are essential.

Responsibilities

• Operating a loading shovel safely and efficiently.
• Loading articulated (HGV) vehicles.
• Loading waste collection vehicles.
• Loading tunnels, shredders, screeners and other equipment involved in the composting process.
• Moving and stockpiling materials around the site.
• Carrying out routine maintenance on mobile plant, including greasing and cleaning.
• Completing daily vehicle checks and reporting any defects.
• Following all site health and safety procedures.
• Supporting the wider site team with general operational duties as required.

Job description

Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:00 – 17:00 (47.5 hours per week)

Overtime: Saturday paid at time and a half | Sunday paid at double time

Start: Immediate

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Loading Shovel Operator to join a busy waste and recycling operation based in DE65.

This is a full-time, ongoing position offering regular hours and excellent overtime opportunities.

Duties include:

• Operating a loading shovel safely and efficiently.
• Loading articulated (HGV) vehicles.
• Loading waste collection vehicles.
• Loading tunnels, shredders, screeners and other equipment involved in the composting process.
• Moving and stockpiling materials around the site.
• Carrying out routine maintenance on mobile plant, including greasing and cleaning.
• Completing daily vehicle checks and reporting any defects.
• Following all site health and safety procedures.
• Supporting the wider site team with general operational duties as required.

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.