Mobile Plant Operative

SUEZ; Redruth; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company in the UK is seeking a Mobile Plant Operative to help maintain efficient operations at their waste management facility. The role involves operating equipment like loading shovels and FLTs, ensuring compliance with waste acceptance criteria, and supporting a safe working environment. Ideal candidates will have some experience in mobile plant operations, but training is available. The company emphasizes teamwork, safety, and sustainability in a supportive environment. Comprehensive benefits are included to foster both personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Pension plans

Health and wellbeing programs

Learning opportunities

Career development

Qualifications

• Experience operating mobile plant is preferred, but training is available for the right candidate.
• A flexible approach to work and openness to continuous improvement are important.

Responsibilities

• Operate loading shovels, FLTs and tele‑handlers safely.
• Complete pre‑operational checks and routine daily maintenance.
• Ensure waste deliveries comply with site licence and complete documentation.
• Inspect incoming waste against criteria and guide customer vehicles.
• Support a clean and safe working environment.

Skills

Team player

Safety awareness

Quality focus

Flexibility

Education

CITB, CPCS, NPORS or equivalent certification

Tools

Loading shovels

FLTs

Tele-handlers

Baling equipment

Job description

As a Mobile Plant Operative, you’ll help keep our sustainable waste and resource operations running smoothly, safely and efficiently. Whether you’re an experienced operator or looking to take the next step in your career, we’ll support you with training, development and a strong team culture.

Working as part of a collaborative site team, you’ll operate a range of mobile plant and fixed machinery to support safe and efficient site operations. Your responsibilities will include:

• Operating loading shovels, FLTs and tele‑handlers to load various vehicles such as curtain‑sided trailers, shipping containers and bulk haulage walking floors.
• Safely operating fixed machinery (including baling equipment), completing pre‑operational checks and carrying out routine daily maintenance.
• Ensuring all waste deliveries comply with the site licence and completing associated documentation accurately.
• Inspecting incoming waste against waste acceptance criteria, reporting any non‑compliant loads, and guiding customer vehicles to correct disposal areas.
• Supporting a clean, safe and compliant working environment, including assisting with sampling, shift clean‑downs and general housekeeping.

We’re looking for an enthusiastic team player who takes pride in their work and cares about safety, quality and sustainability. Its preferred you bring experience operating mobile plant, ideally with CITB, CPCS, NPORS or equivalent certification (however training available for the right candidate). A flexible approach, a strong safety mindset and openness to continuous improvement.

At SUEZ, respect is at the heart of everything we do — for each other, for our customers, and for the communities we serve. We foster inclusive, caring environments where diversity, wellbeing, safety, and solidarity are more than values — they’re everyday realities. These principles shape how we work together, every day. We’re committed to building a workplace where everyone feels valued and included. If you’re excited about this opportunity but don’t meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply. Your unique experience, perspective, and potential could be exactly what we’re looking for. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and growth — including competitive pay, pension plans, health and wellbeing programs, learning opportunities, and career development. Everything you need to thrive, both professionally and personally. Join us in transforming today’s environmental challenges into tomorrow’s innovative water and waste solutions.

At SUEZ, your work truly matters — driving action and shaping a more resilient, sustainable future.