Material Handler/Machine Operator

WasteRecruit Ltd; Scotland; Sur place; GBP 21 000 - 28 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

WasteRecruit Ltd is seeking a Material Handler/Machine Operator to operate a range of site machinery, including 360 Material Handler, Telehandlers, forklifts, loading shovels, mobile shear and vibrating screen. You will perform daily checks, operate safely in line with site rules, and manage stockpiles and yard areas to keep materials organised and compliant.

The role also involves cross-site work, incident reporting, and ensuring licences are up to date.

Qualifications

• Experience in metal recycling or related plant environment.
• Experience as a machine operator within a plant environment.

Responsabilités

• Perform daily checks on plant and equipment and log defects.
• Operate a range of site machinery safely and in compliance with site rules.
• Construct and maintain scrap stockpiles and manage yard areas.
• Ensure all licences and certifications for operating are valid and up to date.
• Work across on-site and off-site operations, including remote activities.
• Report incidents, accidents and near misses to the site manager and assist investigations.
• Follow health and safety procedures and participate in toolbox talks and risk assessments.

Connaissances

Metal recycling experience

Machine operator experience

Description du poste

As Material Handler/Machine Operator you will operate a range of site machinery and equipment, including: Primarily 360 Material Handler, Telehandlers, forklifts, loading shovels, mobile shear and vibrating screen.

£15-£20ph (Experience Dependant)

THE ROLE:

1. Daily Checks

• Conduct pre-use inspections of plant and equipment at the start of each shift.
• Identify, report and log any defects or faults immediately.
• Ensure that all defective items are taken out of service and issues are addressed without delay.
• Complete relevant documentation

2. Safe & Compliant Operation of Machinery

• Operate plant and equipment in accordance with site rules, training, manufacturer instructions, and standard operating procedures.
• Ensure that loading, movement and tipping of recyclable materials are carried out in a controlled, efficient and safe manner.

3. Stockpile & Yard Management

• Construct and maintain scrap material stockpiles in a safe, stable, and legally compliant manner ensuring compliance with all site permits and waste handling regulations.
• Prevent the risk of stockpile collapse, runoff or material spillage beyond designated boundaries.
• Use a trained banksman when required to assist with manoeuvring plant and material Particularly in confined or high traffic areas.
• Maintain clear working areas around stockpiles to prevent hazards.

4. Certification of Compliance

• Ensure all required licences and certifications for operating are valid and up to date.

5. Site and Off-site Operations

• You will be required to work across both on-site and off-site operations, including support for projects both loading and other remote activities.

6. Incident and Accident Reporting

• Report all incidents, accidents, and near misses to the site manager.
• Assist with any subsequent investigation or corrective actions.

Other duties include:

• Follow all health & safety procedures including Life Saving Golden Rules, Risk Assessments & Standard Operating Procedures.
• Identify hazards report unsafe behaviours & conditions. Take preventive action to continuously reduce risks at the workplace.
• Attend and participate in meetings, toolbox talks.
• Participate to hazard identification & risk assessments related to your job/task.
• Understand all necessary risks & controls attaining to your activities, rigorously apply for scene controls & all check their presence & effectiveness.
• Continuously scan hazards risks report unsafe behaviours & conditions & take preventive actions providing your own safety is not compromised.
• Use your stop the job if unsafe conditions or behaviours are encountered (example a forcing critical control is missing or ineffective).
• Participate in health & safety activities & contribute to a clean & safe workplace
• Visitors must receive a site visitors orientation, including but not limited to PPE & emergency information & must be escorted while on site.
• Undertake mandatory & other training with regard to the changing requirements of the role.
• Communicate roles, expectations & accountabilities initially, at new assignments & on a regular basis.
• Take personal responsibility of PPE issued

What we're looking for:

• Experience within the Metal recycling/ Recycling industry.
• Experience as a machine operator within a plant environment

Ref: J9753