Loading Shovel Operator — Mon-Fri, No Weekend Shifts

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

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.