On-site Mobile Plant Operator – Waste Site

Biffa; Lochgilphead; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Biffa is seeking a Multi Skilled Operative at Lingerton, Lochgilphead to operate mobile plant on site, including compactor and shunter vehicles, delivering safe material movements in line with contractual and regulatory requirements.

You will perform daily checks, maintain equipment to high standards, and work with the operations team. The role follows a 10-on, 4-off shift pattern and emphasises safety and compliance across the site.

Qualifications

• Mobile plant experience is essential.
• Experience with heavy machinery is preferred.
• Ability to perform daily maintenance and minor repairs.
• Commitment to safety, environmental and APHA compliance.
• Ability to work with operations team and the public.
• Demonstrates high standards and quality outputs.

Responsibilities

• Daily and weekly checks of mobile plant in accordance with site procedures and manufacturer’s handbook
• Ensure the cleanliness of plant to high standard
• Keep equipment clean and maintained to ensure safety
• Report defects immediately to Lead Operative or site management
• Report incidents as per reporting systems to improve daily activities and protect others
• Follow risk assessments and safe operating procedures relevant to the post
• Comply with company standards, procedures, environmental and quality systems
• Ensure skips and waste holding containers/bays are kept to a minimum
• General site work may include housekeeping, painting of skips and containers, litter picking and keeping the site safe and tidy
• Provide similar support at other sites within the region as required

Skills

Mobile plant exp

Heavy machinery

Team collaboration

Maintenance tasks

High standards

HSE compliance

Job description

Biffa is seeking a Multi Skilled Operative at Lingerton, Lochgilphead to operate mobile plant on site, including compactor and shunter vehicles, delivering safe material movements in line with contractual and regulatory requirements.

You will perform daily checks, maintain equipment to high standards, and work with the operations team. The role follows a 10-on, 4-off shift pattern and emphasises safety and compliance across the site.