Machine Operator

Envar; Mereworth; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance with GP24 access

Employee Assistance Programme

Electric car salary sacrifice scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Company Events

GymFlex salary sacrifice

Job summary

Envar is seeking a Plant Operator to operate mobile plant at our Blaise Farm Quarry site in West Malling, Kent. The role requires safe operation of 360 machinery, adherence to H&S policies, and strong teamwork to keep site operations efficient.

The successful candidate will have at least 2 years 360 driving experience, good communication, and the flexibility to work extended hours across 50 hours per week, Monday to Saturday. Environmental and safety responsibilities are a core focus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years 360 driving experience.
• Safe operation of mobile plant.
• Good communication.
• Able to work safely and follow H&S policy and procedures.
• Experience in the Waste Industry (Desirable).
• Tickets for mobile and/or fixed plant (Desirable).

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery to maintain safe and efficient site operations.
• Conduct daily and weekly checks, refuelling, lubrication and greasing; report defects.
• Report accidents, near misses and environmental hazards to supervisor.
• Follow site rules, H&S regulations and safe systems of work.
• Maintain a tidy, safe working environment and clear access to walkways.

Skills

360 driving experience

Safe operation of mobile plant

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Attention to detail

Positive attitude

Job description

Job Title: Machine Operator

Location: Envar Composting, Blaise Farm Quarry, West Malling ME19 4PN

Salary: Competitive

Job Type: Permanent, Full time

Hours: 50 hours per week, Monday - Saturday

About Us:

Envar is a producer and supplier of high quality soil improver, woodland garden mulch, wood chip and biomass. We operate green waste composting sites across England with sites in Surrey, Northamptonshire, West London, Essex, Kent and Suffolk as well as our flagship site in Cambridgeshire where we also process food waste. In addition to composting Envar also recycle coffee grounds.

About the role:

Envar Composting are looking for a Plant Operator to operate mobile plant effectively always following Health and Safety procedures and policies.

Responsibilities:

• Operate appropriate machinery and plant, as required, to maintain the safe and efficient operation of the site at all times, in particular 360 Material Handler
• Ensure that plant and machinery is maintained to required standards, including daily & weekly checks, refuelling, lubrication and greasing, and that defects and breakdowns are promptly recorded and reported
• Immediately report and complete defect reports
• Comply with site rules, H&S regulations and follow safe systems of work
• Maintain a safe working environment throughout your activities, including keeping working area tidy and access to walkways and emergency exits clear
• Deliver a high standard of customer care and service quality
• Ensure appropriate safety equipment and PPE is used at all times
• Immediately report: any contamination or non-conforming wastes delivered to site; accidents, incidents, and near misses; environmental hazards; health & safety breaches to the Supervisor or appropriate Manager
• Undertake any training necessary to perform other tasks including the operation of other plant and equipment and/or supervisory duties
• Complete Manual Handling activities to assist in waste management activities
• Assist other operatives upon request and when authorised by your Supervisor
• Carry out other operational duties where necessary for business continuity
• Staff have a duty to take care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their actions at work.
• Staff must co-operate, report unsafe conditions and comply with the company management systems and safe systems of work as well as co-workers to help everyone meet their legal requirements.

About you:

Essential:

• Minimum 2 years 360 driving experience
• Safe operation of mobile plant
• Good Communication
• Able to work safely and follow H&S policy and procedures
• A good attitude to environmental issues
• Flexibility where needed
• Time Management
• Pay attention to detail
• Ability to work alone or in a team
• Positive Attitude

Desirable:

• Experience in the Waste Industry
• Tickets for mobile and/or fixed plant

Benefits:

• Life Insurance with access to GP24
• Commitment to wellbeing through Employee Assistance Programme
• Electric Car salary sacrifice scheme for eligible employees
• Cycle to work scheme
• Company Events
• GymFlex salary sacrifice

Overseas candidates will NOT be considered for this role. We are not sponsoring Visa's at this time, so please refrain from applying unless eligible to work in the UK.

Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Machine Operative, Manufacturing Operative, Manufacturing Engineer, Production Operative, Production Technician, Mechanical Technician, Junior Production Operative, Plant Operative, Machine Technician may also be considered for this role