Mobile Plant Operator

New Resource Group; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading waste management company is seeking a Mobile Plant Operative in Amesbury. This full-time role involves operating mobile and fixed plant while ensuring compliance and safety. Key responsibilities include performing maintenance checks and maintaining site cleanliness. The ideal candidate should have a licence for telescopic handlers and 360 excavators. Benefits include healthcare, gym discounts, and a 42.5 hours work week, Monday to Friday with an excellent shift pattern.

Benefits

Healthcare maintenance cash plan

Access to shopping and gym discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

21 days annual leave, increasing with service

Holiday trading scheme

Salary Sacrifice Cycle to Work scheme

Auto-enrolment pension scheme

Consistent weekly shift pattern

Qualifications

• Current licence to operate telescopic handler and 360 excavator is essential.
• Physically fit for manual handling tasks.
• Proactive team-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Operate fixed and mobile plant safely and efficiently.
• Carry out repairs and maintenance on plant and machinery.
• Ensure equipment is operated according to manufacturer and company guidelines.
• Maintain a clean and tidy site.
• Assist with compliance tasks like odour monitoring and record-keeping.

Skills

Licensing to operate telescopic handler

Licensing to operate 360 excavator

Physical fitness for manual handling

Team-oriented approach

Job description

New Resource Recruitment is currently recruiting for an exciting opportunity for a Mobile Plant Operative to join a leading waste management and recycling company in Amesbury. This is a full-time, permanent role offering a competitive salary, stable shifts, and an excellent benefits package. Working Hours – 42.5 hours per week – Monday to Friday, 7:00am to 4:30pm.

Why This Role?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well‑established, innovative company that values its employees. Benefits include:

• Healthcare maintenance cash plan covering dental, optical, physiotherapy, prescriptions, and preventative health measures
• Access to shopping and gym discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 support and up to 6 counselling sessions per year
• 21 days annual leave, increasing with service to 28 days
• Holiday trading scheme to buy or sell leave
• Salary Sacrifice Cycle to Work scheme
• Auto‑enrolment pension scheme with life assurance
• Consistent weekly shift pattern

About the Role

As a Mobile Plant Operative, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of mobile and fixed plant on site. You will work closely with the Site Supervisor to ensure all equipment is maintained, operations are compliant, and the site runs smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate fixed and mobile plant safely and efficiently
• Carry out repairs, maintenance, and daily checks on plant and machinery
• Ensure equipment is operated and maintained according to manufacturer guidance and company schedules
• Maintain a clean and tidy site
• Assist with environmental compliance tasks such as odour monitoring and record‑keeping
• Provide support for weighbridge, office, and other administrative duties as requiredWork collaboratively as part of a team

About You

The ideal candidate will:

• Hold a current licence to operate a telescopic handler and 360 excavator (essential)
• Be physically fit for manual handling tasks
• Have a proactive, team‑oriented approach
• Experience in waste management, recycling, quarrying, or industrial operations is advantageous but not essential

About the Client

Our client is a well‑established, family‑owned business operating across Wiltshire and surrounding counties. They manage waste, recycling, construction materials, and build homes while maintaining a strong focus on safety, compliance, and innovation.

This vacancy is being advertised by New Resource Group. The services of New Resource Group are that of an Employment Agency.