Mobile Plant Operator

Biffa Ltd; Cadishead; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading waste management company in the UK is seeking a Mobile Plant Operator to operate mobile plant and machinery on a rotating shift basis. Responsibilities include loading and unloading vehicles, conducting daily checks, and maintaining standards of safety and productivity. The ideal candidate will have valid licenses for relevant machinery, a commitment to health and safety, and the ability to work as part of a team. This role offers a dynamic work environment focused on innovative waste management solutions.

Qualifications

• Commitment to maintaining a safe working environment.
• Ability to work rotating shifts.
• Team player with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Operate loading shovels and 360° material handlers.
• Carry out daily plant checks and routine maintenance.
• Ensure timely turnaround of deliveries.

Skills

Basic knowledge of Health & Safety

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Self-motivated

Team player

Tools

360° Excavator (wheeled and tracked)

Loading Shovel

FLT (3.5t)

Job description

We are currently looking for a Mobile Plant Operator to join our team on a rotating days and afternoons shift pattern. You will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of mobile plant and machinery, ensuring productivity, quality, and health & safety standards are met at all times.

Responsibilities

• Operate loading shovels and 360° material handlers to load/unload vehicles and stockpile materials
• Operate FLT and clamp trucks to handle and load baled materials
• Process commodity materials using the site baler (full training provided)
• Carry out daily plant checks, routine maintenance, and accurate record keeping
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping across all areas of the site
• Conduct regular inspections of site infrastructure
• Control internal vehicle and pedestrian traffic safely
• Ensure timely turnaround of deliveries and collections
• Communicate any operational issues or hazards to the supervisor promptly
• Actively contribute to improving productivity and reducing waste
• Follow all health, safety, and environmental procedures, reporting concerns as required

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of Health & Safety within an industrial or processing environment
• A strong commitment to maintaining a safe working environment
• Valid licences for 360° Excavator (wheeled and tracked), Loading Shovel, FLT (3.5t)
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work rotating shifts
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions accurately
• A team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic

About Biffa

Changing the way people think about waste. At Biffa, we love working with waste. Whether we're turning it into sustainable power, finding new ways to recycle it or simply keeping it off the streets, we believe every day is an opportunity to improve the lives of millions. It's a view that's shared by our 11,500+ people around the country, who trust us to provide them with a career that's always rewarding, often challenging, but never dull. And it's why we're the UK's No. 1 choice for business waste management.

Dedicated to diversity. Being inclusive is core to our culture at Biffa; we believe different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds are key to developing a creative and effective working environment that represents our communities and generates the best outcomes for colleagues, customers and stakeholders, which is why you'll find us championing diversity, equity and inclusion at every turn.