Mobile Plant Operator – Loading Shovel/360 Grab (Night Shift)

J Dickinson and Sons Ltd; Blackrod; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare cash plan

Life insurance

Contributory pension scheme

Employee recognition awards

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Employee referral bonuses

Free skips

Branded work uniform

Company events and perks

Job summary

J. Dickinson & Sons is seeking a skilled Mobile Plant Operator to join our busy waste processing team. You will operate mobile plant machinery, perform daily checks and support the orderly loading and sorting of waste streams.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork and adaptability in a fast-paced environment, with a starting salary of £31,638 and a Monday–Friday pattern. Join a family-run company committed to community service and growth.

Qualifications

• Experience operating loading shovel or 360° grab.
• Willingness to learn and develop across other mobile plant.
• Mobile plant operator card or basic training certificate (desirable).
• Experience in the waste industry (advantageous).
• Basic health and safety understanding in industrial/processing env.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Able to thrive in fast-paced, high-volume operations.
• Proactive approach to identifying issues and solving problems.

Responsibilities

• Operate a range of mobile plant machinery in line with training and site procedures.
• Complete daily work schedule to support smooth operations.
• Carry out and record daily machine checks and basic maintenance.
• Load waste streams into correct bays and processing areas to maximise recycling.
• Check incoming waste loads for licence compliance and safe handling.
• Support sorting and housekeeping across the yard and site.

Skills

Loading shovel

360° grab

Health and safety

Teamwork

Proactive approach

Communication

Willingness to learn

Waste industry experience

Mobile plant certificate

Job description

J. Dickinson & Sons is seeking a skilled Mobile Plant Operator to join our busy waste processing team. You will operate mobile plant machinery, perform daily checks and support the orderly loading and sorting of waste streams.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork and adaptability in a fast-paced environment, with a starting salary of £31,638 and a Monday–Friday pattern. Join a family-run company committed to community service and growth.