Loading Shovel Operator

Acorn by Synergie; Highweek; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowance

Pension

Life assurance

Income protection

Private medical insurance

Cycle-to-work

Employee discount

Sick pay

Family-friendly policies

Wellbeing

Job summary

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for a Production Operative/Loading Shovel Operator/Process Operative or Industrial Operative to join an established operation in Newton Abbot. The role is hands-on, with front-end/loading shovel operation, processing equipment handling and routine checks.

The position offers a Monday–Friday schedule with no weekend work, a competitive total earnings package, and a range of employee benefits designed to support wellbeing and long-term security.

Qualifications

• Valid Loading Shovel licence.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Experience in industrial/production or process environments preferred.
• Experience operating mobile plant or heavy machinery advantageous.
• Good numeracy and literacy; basic IT skills.
• Strong health and safety knowledge.
• Reliable, hands-on with practical approach.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate a front-end/loading shovel for the majority of the shift.
• Operate shredding, blending and milling equipment.
• Complete pre-shift inspections and routine equipment checks.
• Carry out basic maintenance and report any defects.
• Operate mobile plant; FLT training provided.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping across the site.
• Work towards production and quality targets.
• Follow health, safety and environmental procedures.
• Support production and maintenance teams as required.

Skills

Loading Shovel licence

Full UK driving licence

Health and safety

Numeracy

Literacy

IT skills

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Production Operative | Loading Shovel Operator | Process Operative | Industrial Operative | Production Operative - Loading Shovel / Process Plant

Newton Abbot | £29,491.94 per annum | Monday to Friday | No Weekend Working | Permanent

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for an experienced Production Operative, Loading Shovel Operator, Process Operative or Industrial Operative to join an established industrial operation in Newton Abbot.

This is a hands‑on production and industrial operations role where you'll spend much of your shift operating a front‑end/loading shovel, alongside operating processing equipment and carrying out routine checks and production tasks.

If you're experienced in an industrial or production environment, confident operating mobile plant and loading equipment, and looking for a stable Monday to Friday role with no weekend working, this could be an excellent opportunity.

What We Offer

• £27,573.14 basic salary + £1,918.80 shift allowance.
• £29,491.94 total annual earnings.
• Monday to Friday working with no weekend shifts.
• 25 days' holiday plus Bank Holidays.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Group life assurance.
• Income protection.
• Private medical insurance.
• Enhanced family-friendly policies.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Employee discount portal.
• Sick pay scheme.
• Carers and volunteer leave.
• Long-service and recognition awards.
• Ongoing wellbeing support.

Key Duties

• Operate a front‑end/loading shovel for the majority of the shift.
• Operate shredding, blending and milling equipment.
• Complete pre‑shift inspections and routine equipment checks.
• Carry out basic maintenance and report any defects.
• Operate mobile plant, with FLT training provided.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping across the site.
• Work towards production and quality targets.
• Follow all health, safety and environmental procedures.
• Support the production and maintenance teams as required.

Requirements

• Valid Loading Shovel licence.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Previous industrial, production or process experience is preferred.
• Experience operating mobile plant or heavy machinery is advantageous.
• Good numeracy, literacy and basic IT skills.
• Strong understanding of health and safety procedures.
• Reliable, practical and comfortable working in a hands‑on industrial environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment