Machine Operator / 360 Excavator Operator

Blazers Fuels; Ruthin; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Blazer's Fuels Ltd, part of Newbridge Energy Ltd, is a UK leader in premium wood fuel manufacturing, seeking a Skilled Shovel Driver to join our high-performing team in Ruthin. You will operate a JCB excavator, move materials, load silos, sort and blend product, monitor burner operations and record weights, with daily safety checks and a focus on safe, efficient production.

We offer a stable, full-time role with 4-on 4-off shifts, a competitive salary, and a supportive environment with

Qualifications

• Valid Shovel Driver / Rough Terrain Licence (or equivalent).
• At least 1 year of experience operating mobile plant machinery.
• Good paperwork and numeracy skills.
• A full, clean UK driving licence.
• Strong safety awareness and a proactive work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Move materials and products safely around the plant.
• Load silos and sort/blend product.
• Manage burner operations and monitor product quality.
• Record bucket weights and complete documentation.
• Handle ash waste and ensure proper disposal.
• Perform daily safety checks and maintain cab hygiene.
• Keep workspaces clean and hazard-free.
• Report issues and contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills

Shovel Driver Licence

Experience with mobile plant

Paperwork & numeracy

Full UK driving licence

Safety awareness

Tools

JCB excavator

Job description

Job Title: Machine Operator

Location: Ruthin

Salary: 29,355 - 31,571 per annum (DOE)

Job type: Full Time, Permanent

Hours: 4-on 4-off shifts (Days: 06:00-18:00 & Nights: 18:00-06:00)

Ready to drive change in a sustainable future?

Blazer's Fuels Ltd, part of Newbridge Energy Ltd, is a UK leader in premium wood fuel manufacturing. We're all about green energy, top-quality biomass products, and serious innovation. Our fuels are ENplus , BSL, Woodsure, and HETAS certified, and made exclusively from 100% virgin British wood residue.

Now, we're looking for a Skilled Shovel Driver to join our high-performing team and help keep our cutting-edge plant running safely, smoothly, and sustainably.

About the role:

Operating a JCB excavator, you'll play a key role in our production and logistics team by:

• Moving materials and products safely around the plant
• Loading silos and sorting/blending product
• Managing burner operations and monitoring product quality
• Recording bucket weights and completing documentation
• Handling ash waste and ensuring proper disposal
• Performing daily safety checks and maintaining excellent cab hygiene
• Keeping workspaces clean and hazard-free
• Reporting issues and contributing to continuous improvement

About you:

Essentials:

• A valid Shovel Driver / Rough Terrain Licence (or equivalent)
• At least 1 year's experience operating mobile plant machinery
• Good paperwork and numeracy skills
• A full, clean UK driving licence
• Strong safety awareness and a proactive work ethic

Desirables

• 5 GCSEs (grades 9-5 / A -C or equivalent)
• IOSH Working Safely qualification or equivalent

Why join us:

It's an exciting time to join Newbridge Energy. We're growing fast, investing in innovation, and building a positive, people-first culture, and if that's not enough we also provide:

• A stable, full-time role in a growing green energy business
• Competitive salary and regular shifts
• A chance to work in a purpose-driven, future-focused company
• Supportive, inclusive environment with development opportunities

We're an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments - we'd be happy to help.

Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; Machine Operator, Plant Operator, Shovel Loader Operator, 360 Plant Operative, Manufacturing Operative, Manufacturing Engineer, Junior Production Operative, Production Technician, Junior Service Engineer, Graduate Mechanical Engineer, Production Machine Operator, Die Cutting Operator may also be considered for this role.