Night Shift Mobile Plant Operator – 360 Grab/Loader

J Dickinson & Sons; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monday to Friday 5pm–2am

Long-service annual leave

Healthcare cash plan

Life insurance

Contributory pension

Employee recognition awards

EAP

Free skips

Branded work uniform

Company events

Job summary

J. Dickinson & Sons is seeking an experienced Mobile Plant Operator for a night shift at their Horwich waste processing site. You will operate loading shovels and 360 grab machines, perform daily checks, and help maximise recycling while following strict site procedures.

The role requires safety awareness, strong teamwork, and a willingness to learn more across our range of mobile plant equipment. Competitive benefits and a supportive, family-owned environment await.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a loading shovel and/or 360 grab.
• Willingness to learn and develop skills across other mobile plant.
• Mobile plant operator card or basic training (desirable).
• Experience in the waste industry (advantageous).
• Basic understanding of health and safety in industrial environments.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume operation.
• Proactive approach to identifying issues and finding solutions.

Responsibilities

• Operate mobile plant machinery per training and site procedures.
• Complete daily work schedule to support operations.
• Record daily machine checks and perform basic maintenance.
• Load waste streams into bays and processing areas to maximise recycling.
• Check incoming loads comply with site licence and waste types.
• Support material collection and sorting and maintain housekeeping.

Skills

Loading shovel operation

360 grab operation

Health & safety

Teamwork

Proactive problem solving

Job description

J. Dickinson & Sons is seeking an experienced Mobile Plant Operator for a night shift at their Horwich waste processing site. You will operate loading shovels and 360 grab machines, perform daily checks, and help maximise recycling while following strict site procedures.

The role requires safety awareness, strong teamwork, and a willingness to learn more across our range of mobile plant equipment. Competitive benefits and a supportive, family-owned environment await.