MRF Plant Operative

SUEZ; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an enthusiastic plant operator to join their team in Huddersfield. In this role, you will operate various machinery, ensuring compliance with safety standards and contributing to a clean and efficient workplace. The company values respect and integrity, offering a supportive environment for personal development. If you are a team player with a safety-conscious attitude and a desire to improve processes, this opportunity could be perfect for you.

Benefits

Development Opportunities

Supportive Environment

Benefits Package

Qualifications

• Experience as a plant operator with relevant certification.
• Safety-conscious attitude and willingness to embrace change.

Responsibilities

• Operate loading shovels, FLTs, and tele-handlers safely.
• Perform daily checks and maintenance of equipment.

Skills

Plant Operation

Safety Compliance

Teamwork

Maintenance Checks

Education

CITB/CPCS/NPORS Certification

Tools

Loading Shovels

FLTs

Tele-handlers

Bailing Machines

Job description

What will I be doing?

You will operate loading shovels, FLTs, and tele-handlers across the site, loading various vehicles such as curtain-sided vehicles, shipping containers, and bulk haulage walking floors.

The role involves:

1. Safely and efficiently operating fixed machinery, such as bailing machines.
2. Completing pre-operational safety and operator checks.
3. Performing daily checks and maintenance of mobile and fixed plant and equipment.
4. Ensuring waste deliveries comply with site licenses and completing related paperwork.
5. Inspecting incoming products according to waste acceptance criteria and reporting non-compliant loads.
6. Directing customer vehicles to disposal areas and assisting with off-loading.
7. Ensuring compliance with export requirements, including photos, paperwork, and container seals.
8. Supporting sampling operatives in collecting output samples.
9. Maintaining cleanliness and adhering to company and local procedures.
10. Assisting with end-of-shift clean-ups and plant downtime activities.
11. Contributing to lean and 5S activities to keep the workplace organized and efficient.
12. Working as part of a team to ensure legal health, safety, and welfare standards are met.
13. Performing any other reasonable duties within the scope of the role.

What are the requirements?

We seek an enthusiastic team player to join our current site team, aiming to exceed operational standards.

You will require:

1. Experience as a plant operator with relevant CITB/CPCS/NPORS certification or equivalent; training can be provided for suitable candidates.
2. A flexible approach to cover holidays and sickness if needed.
3. A safety-conscious attitude with a desire to develop and embrace change for continuous improvement.
4. Experience in the waste industry or high-volume production is advantageous but not essential.

Who we are

At SUEZ, we focus on the sustainable management of resources across the UK. Respect, acting ethically and with integrity, is a core value. We are passionate about protecting the environment and serving our communities with essential water and waste services. We offer development opportunities, benefits, and a supportive environment to help our employees grow and contribute to a better future.