Operative - Cliffe

Brett Group; St. Margaret's at Cliffe; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous pension

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Life assurance

Career development

Free onsite parking

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discounts

Job summary

Brett Aggregates at Cliffe Terminal is seeking a reliable Operative to join the busy team. You will support safe, efficient handling and processing of aggregate materials, maintaining high standards of safety, housekeeping and customer service.

You will safely operate mobile and static plant, load lorries, trains and barges, and carry out routine inspections. A strong mechanical understanding and proactive approach are essential to thrive in our fast-paced site.

Qualifications

• Experience operating mobile and/or fixed plant in a production or processing environment (NVQ or working towards desirable).
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Sound mechanical understanding of plant and equipment.
• Self-motivated, flexible and proactive, with strong problem-solving ability.
• Able to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate mobile and static plant in line with site procedures
• Load lorries, trains and barges efficiently and professionally
• Carry out routine inspections of plant and equipment
• Undertake basic maintenance and housekeeping tasks
• Maintain high standards of site cleanliness, including managing spillages, haul roads and bunds
• Promptly report accidents, incidents, near misses, or changes in material quality
• Work collaboratively as part of a team, providing support where required

Skills

Plant operation

Communication skills

Mechanical understanding

Proactive

Work under pressure

Education

NVQ in plant operation

Job description

About The Role

An opportunity has arisen at Brett Aggregates’ Cliffe Terminal for a reliable and motivated Operative to join our team in Cliffe. Working as part of a busy operational team, you will support the safe, efficient and compliant handling and processing of aggregate materials, ensuring high standards of safety, housekeeping and customer service are maintained at all times.

About Your Role

• Safely operate mobile and static plant in line with site procedures
• Load lorries, trains and barges efficiently and professionally
• Carry out routine inspections of plant and equipment
• Undertake basic maintenance and housekeeping tasks
• Maintain high standards of site cleanliness, including managing spillages, haul roads and bunds
• Promptly report accidents, incidents, near misses, or changes in material quality
• Work collaboratively as part of a team, providing support where required

We're Looking For

• Experience in operating mobile and/or fixed plant within a production or processing environment (NVQ or working towards desirable)
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Sound mechanical understanding of plant and equipment
• Self-motivated, flexible and proactive, with strong problem-solving ability
• Able to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment

We'll Offer You

• A competitivesalary
• Generous pension
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Life assurance
• Career and professional development
• Free onsite parking
• Employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discounts
• Plus more!

About Us

Brett is the UK’s largest independently owned building materials Group with over 60 sites across the South, South East, East and Midlands and employing over 750 people.

As a part of the Brett Group, Brett Aggregates supplies sand and gravel, crushed rock and coated products from both land-based and marine sources. With extensive reserves throughout the South and South East, our capability is reinforced by strategic wharves and rail hubs, ensuring consistent supply to major contracts as well as local customers alike.

With a reputation for excellence, we offer superb development opportunities to people keen to be a part of our continued growth. As an independent business we can offer real job satisfaction in an environment which encourages you to contribute, supports you in getting the job done and enables you to become part of a team that delivers building materials for big ideas.

Why Join Brett

• Our people are individuals, we value your input and support you in your professional development.
• We see our people as our greatest strength.
• We work hard to create inclusive environments.
• Grow your skills with ongoing opportunities – our business thrives when our people are at their best, we encourage and support ongoing learning and development.

Brett Group operates an Equal Opportunities Policy and monitoring. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination in recruitment and employment. We take a zero-tolerance approach to any form of discrimination and are committed to acting professionally and fairly in all our relationships and business dealings. This is not only a legal requirement but is vital for our brand, reputation and the long-term success of our business.