Loading Shovel Operator

Meridian Business Support Ltd

Ruthin

On-site

GBP 19,000 - 29,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Immediate starts

Free onsite parking

Good transport links

Subsidised canteen

Training and buddy system

Online payslips

Modern manufacturing environment

Temp-to-perm opportunities

Job summary

Meridian Business Support is recruiting for a Loading Shovel Operator in Ruthin. This temporary ongoing role offers weekly pay, rotating 4 on 4 off shifts, and progression to permanent roles within a growing manufacturing site.

You will operate loading shovel/telehandler equipment, move materials, maintain quality standards, and participate in daily inspections and housekeeping. Immediate starts available with full induction and buddy system training.

Qualifications

12 months' experience operating mobile plant machinery.
A valid Loading Shovel, Telehandler, Rough Terrain or equivalent licence.
Good numeracy skills and the ability to complete paperwork accurately.
A full UK driving licence.
Strong commitment to health, safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

Operating loading shovel and telehandler equipment safely across the manufacturing site
Loading infeed hoppers and ensuring a continuous flow of materials
Sorting and blending products to production specifications
Monitoring quality standards and accurately recording production data
Carrying out daily equipment inspections, cleaning and basic maintenance
Reporting faults, defects and safety concerns promptly
Supporting waste management processes and maintaining excellent housekeeping standards

Skills

Mobile plant exp

Licence: loading shovel

Numeracy

UK driving licence

Health & safety

Job description

Loading Shovel Operator Ruthin Area | £14.02 per hour rising to £15.08 after 12 weeks | Weekly Pay | 4 on 4 off Shifts | Immediate Starts Available

Meridian Business Support is recruiting for a Loading Shovel Operator on behalf of our manufacturing client based in the Ruthin area. This is a temporary ongoing position with genuine temp-to-perm opportunities, offering excellent earning potential, structured training and long-term career prospects.

As a Loading Shovel Operator, you will support a busy manufacturing operation, ensuring materials are moved safely and production processes run efficiently while maintaining high quality and housekeeping standards.

Responsibilities

Operating loading shovel and telehandler equipment safely across the manufacturing site
Loading infeed hoppers and ensuring a continuous flow of materials
Sorting and blending products to production specifications
Monitoring quality standards and accurately recording production data
Carrying out daily equipment inspections, cleaning and basic maintenance
Reporting faults, defects and safety concerns promptly
Supporting waste management processes and maintaining excellent housekeeping standards

To be successful as a Loading Shovel Operator, you will have:

Requirements

A minimum of 12 months' experience operating mobile plant machinery
A valid Loading Shovel, Telehandler, Rough Terrain or equivalent licence
Good numeracy skills and the ability to complete paperwork accurately
A full UK driving licence
A strong commitment to health, safety and quality standards

Applicants with experience as a Plant Operator, Mobile Plant Operator, Production Operative, Process Operative, Manufacturing Operative or Telehandler Operator are encouraged to apply.

If you are an experienced Loading Shovel Operator looking to join a growing manufacturing business with excellent rates of pay and long-term opportunities, apply today.

Hours & Pay 4 on 4 off rotating shifts

Days: 6:00am to 6:00pm

Nights: 6:00pm to 6:00am

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