Mobile Plant Relief Operative

Lancashire-Renewables-Ltd; Borough of Wyre; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Leave 27 days

Death in service

On-site parking

Sick pay

Cycle to work

Training

Benefits portal

Wellbeing support

PPE supplied

Job summary

Lancashire Renewables Ltd invites applications for a Mobile Plant Relief Operative at our Thornton facility on a two-shift pattern. You will operate mobile plant and assist with general processing duties to keep our waste operations running smoothly.

You will perform inspections, maintain safety standards, and work closely with weighbridge, logistics and maintenance teams. NPORS or equivalent is desirable; training may be provided for suitable candidates.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a Wheeled Loading Shovel and Tele-truck / Forklift Truck (FLT).
• Holding a current NPORS qualification or an equivalent certification is highly desirable; training may be provided under a training agreement.
• Knowledge of basic mobile plant inspections and daily safety checks.
• Strong communication skills, including the effective use of radio communications.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• A proactive approach to working as part of a team.
• A strong commitment to health, safety, and safe working practices.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate mobile plant equipment across the site and support general processing activities.
• Support the mobile plant team and carry out processing operations and site duties.
• Coordinate with weighbridge, logistics, maintenance and other site operatives to keep operations on track.
• Carry out routine paperwork and attend team meetings and safety briefings.
• Carry out vehicle checks, basic maintenance and keep the site clean and tidy.

Skills

Wheeled Loading Shovel

Tele-truck / Forklift

Safety checks

Radio communications

Teamwork

Education

NPORS qualification

Tools

Radio communications

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an individual to join the Operations team at Lancashire Renewables Ltd. working on a 2-shift system at our Thornton facility.

What you’ll be doing

The Mobile Plant Relief Operative will be responsible for the safe undertaking of mobile plant activities within the waste processing operation. Additionally, when required, support the mobile plant team and carry out general process operative activities associated with processing operations and the general site.

This role involves safely and efficiently operating mobile plant equipment across the site and supporting general processing activities to keep everything running smoothly. You’ll work closely with the weighbridge team, logistics, maintenance, and other site operatives to keep waste processing operations on track, jumping in with hands‑on help when needed. You’ll also take care of routine paperwork and attend regular team meetings and safety briefings. Staying safe and compliant is a big part of the job, so you'll carry out checks on vehicles, handle basic maintenance, and help keep the site clean and tidy.

What you will bring

To be successful in this position, it is essential that you have experience operating a Wheeled Loading Shovel and Tele-truck / Forklift Truck (FLT).

Holding a current NPORS qualification or an equivalent certification is highly desirable; however, training may be provided under a training agreement for candidates who can demonstrate relevant experience or hold alternative recognised certifications.

You will also have:

• Knowledge of basic mobile plant inspections and daily safety checks.
• Strong communication skills, including the effective use of radio communications.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• A proactive approach to working as part of a team.
• A strong commitment to health, safety, and safe working practices.

What we offer you

• Company contributory pension scheme matched up to 5%.
• 27 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays – increasing to 31 days after 5 years.
• Death in Service cover – 4x Salary.
• Free on-site car parking.
• Company sick pay scheme– up to 26 weeks dependent on length of service
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Role‑specific training.
• Benefits portal including lifestyle savings
• Wellbeing support for mental health.
• All required PPE and other relevant equipment supplied.

Who are we?

Lancashire Renewables Ltd was established for the operation and management of the two waste treatment facilities built for the Lancashire Waste Contract.

Our two facilities in Thornton and Leyland are manned 365 days a year. Both sites can process over 5,000 tonnes of residual (black bin bag) waste per week and divert 95% of this material away from landfill.

Our aim is to achieve a sustainable future for Lancashire by providing services to process biodegradable and non‑biodegradable household waste andour people are vital in helping us achieve this.

Our employees work in a variety of operations, maintenance, logistics and support roles across our two sites in Leyland and Thornton, actively encouraging internal growth through development and training programmes.

We are dedicated to providing a positive, supportive work environment with a strong focus on the health, safety, and wellbeing of all our employees.

We are an equal opportunity employer:

Diversity and inclusion are important to us at Lancashire Renewables, and we encourage a culture where everyone can be themselves at work. We value and actively seek out a richly diverse range of talent and our policies ensure that every job application and employee is treated fairly, with equal opportunity to succeed.

Please note that the advert may be closed early if we receive sufficient applications.

• Satisfactory completion of a Company medical which includes testing for drugs and alcohol. The Company operates a zero‑tolerance policy regarding the taking or being under the influence of drugs or alcohol whilst on duty and carry out periodic random tests.

Up to £29,999.52

Hours

37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 6:15am - 14:15pm and 14:00pm - 22:00pm

Company contributory pension scheme matched up to 5%. 27 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays – increasing to 31 days after 5 years. Death in Service cover – 4x Salary. Free on-site car parking. Company sick pay scheme– up to 26 weeks dependent on length of service. Cycle to work scheme. We provide role‑specific training to equip employees with the knowledge and skills required to perform their roles effectively. Benefits portal including lifestyle savings. Wellbeing support for mental health. All required PPE and other relevant equipment supplied.