Mobile Plant Operative

Imerys; St. Austell; On-site; GBP 22,900 - 27,989; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Life Assurance

19 days holiday a year + bank holidays

Reward hub with discounts

Friendly, close-knit team

Job summary

Imerys is hiring a Mobile Plant Operative at the St Austell site in Cornwall. The role involves operating a Rigid Dump Truck (days) or Medium Wheeled Loaders (days and nights) to maximise tonnes moved per shift.

You will work on 11-hour shifts with breaks, 2-week rotating pattern, and have opportunities to learn and progress into other mobile plant disciplines. Training and progression await the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Legally allowed to drive in the UK.
• Experience operating mobile plant and large machinery.
• Possess MPCQ or CPCS accreditation (training provided if needed).

Responsibilities

• Operate a Rigid Dump Truck (days) or Medium Wheeled Loaders (days/nights) to maximise tonnes moved per shift.
• Maintain excavation and tipping areas per site rules and traffic plans.
• Perform equipment safety checks at shift start.
• Work with Site Supervisors to resolve issues.
• Maintain in-cab radio communication with the team.

Skills

Mobile plant operation

Safety awareness

Driving licence (UK)

Education

MPCQ/CPCS accreditation

Job description

The Company

Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.4 billion in revenue and 12,300 employees in 40 countries in 2025. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts.

The Position

Mobile Plant Operative

Job Summary

Mobile Plant Operative

Location: Imerys, St Austell, Cornwall

Hours

Day & Night shift over 2-week period 7am-7pm & 7pm-7am (alternate weekend working) 11 hour shifts with 1h break. - 1 position

Days only shift, 11 hour shifts with 1h break, 7.00am - 7.00pm (alternative weekend working) - 4 positions

Salary

Salary: £25,445.42 with opportunity of pay progression on completion of training competencies plus shift allowances:

• Shift allowance (12‑hour days & nights) £6,461.65 per annum
• Shift allowance (12‑hour days only): £4,174.82 per annum

A hands-on role with the opportunity to learn new skills and to progress onto other disciplines of Mobile Plant.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Mobile Plant Operative you will be responsible for operating a Rigid Dump Truck (days) or Medium Wheeled Loaders (days and nights), ensuring all equipment is operated in a safe and efficient manner, in order to maximise the tonnes moved per shift.

• Ensure that excavation and tipping areas are well maintained, following local site rules and local traffic management plans
• Be operating the equipment at maximum productivity and minimum waiting time
• Carry out equipment safety checks at the beginning of each shift
• Work closely with local Site Supervisors to deal with any issues as they arise
• Keep in close contact with the team using the in-cab radio

What’s in it for you?

Benefits

Joining a global organisation, you’ll receive an excellent induction from which you’ll benefit from on-the-job training to ensure you are equipped with the knowledge and skills required to do the role. Imerys is a successful business which provides its employees with a positive working environment and a range of workplace benefits including:

• Pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• 19 days holiday a year plus bank holidays
• An excellent reward hub giving you savings and discounts on everyday purchases.
• We are a friendly and close-knit team.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who has preferably worked within a Quarry or Agricultural environment. This is busy, so timekeeping, having a flexible approach and attention to detail is key!

• You must be able to legally drive in the UK
• Previous experience of operating mobile plant and large machinery
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills
• Ideally hold MPCQ or CPCS accreditation in the specific class of mobile plant – if you don’t have this then training will be provided, to ensure you obtain this qualification

About Us

Imerys is the world leader in mineral-based specialty solutions for industry, with over 16,000 employees and over 200 sites worldwide we are leaders in 80% of our markets. Imerys delivers high value-added, functional solutions to a diversified set of industrial sectors, from processing industries to consumer goods.

Apply now!

Our people are important to us, our workplaces are diverse and inclusive and whilst maintaining the health, safety and environmental standards on site, for yourself and others around you, we’re an organisation with a wealth of career and development opportunities that allow you to tap into your full potential.

We would like our application process to be accessible to all - if you require an alternative way to apply then please get in touch on 01952 281924.

IMERYS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.

Position Type

Full time and Permanent