Operator Recruiter

Cavendish Professionals; Wembley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Cavendish Recruitment Professionals Ltd in Wembley is seeking an experienced Operator Recruiter to source, screen and onboard skilled plant operators across excavators, dumpers, rollers and specialist plant.

You will work with depot managers and operations teams to forecast staffing, manage vacancies, maintain records, and build a strong pipeline of qualified candidates while promoting the business as an employer of choice.

Qualifications

• Experience in recruitment, resourcing or talent acquisition.
• Experience in construction, plant hire, logistics or infrastructure advantageous.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work at pace and manage multiple vacancies simultaneously.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Proactive and solutions-focused approach.
• Comfortable working closely with operational teams and candidates.

Responsibilities

• Recruit plant operators across a range of disciplines, including excavators, dumpers, rollers and specialist plant.
• Source candidates through job boards, databases, referrals, training providers, industry networks and direct approaches.
• Screen candidates and assess experience, qualifications and relevant certifications.
• Work closely with depot managers, Operations and project teams to understand current and future staffing requirements.
• Act as the main point of contact for candidates throughout the recruitment and onboarding process.
• Maintain accurate recruitment records and systems.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified operators.
• Support workforce planning by identifying skills gaps and future recruitment needs.
• Promote internal progression, upskilling and redeployment opportunities.
• Support referral initiatives and promote the business as an employer of choice for plant operators.

Skills

Recruitment experience

Construction sector experience

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Proactive approach

Relationship building

Job description

Our client is a provider of plant hire and specialist attachments to the construction industry across the UK and Ireland. They offer a comprehensive range of modern plant and machinery, with a strong focus on customer service, safety, innovation and supporting clients across a variety of construction projects.

They are seeking an experienced Operator Recruiter to join their team. You will be responsible for sourcing, screening and onboarding skilled plant operators, ensuring the right people are available to meet operational and project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruit plant operators across a range of disciplines, including excavators, dumpers, rollers and specialist plant.
• Source candidates through job boards, databases, referrals, training providers, industry networks and direct approaches.
• Screen candidates and assess experience, qualifications and relevant certifications.
• Work closely with depot managers, Operations and project teams to understand current and future staffing requirements.
• Act as the main point of contact for candidates throughout the recruitment and onboarding process.
• Maintain accurate recruitment records and systems.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified operators.
• Support workforce planning by identifying skills gaps and future recruitment needs.
• Promote internal progression, upskilling and redeployment opportunities.
• Support referral initiatives and promote the business as an employer of choice for plant operators.

Requirements

• Previous experience in recruitment, resourcing or talent acquisition.
• Experience within construction, plant hire, logistics or infrastructure would be advantageous.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work at pace and manage multiple vacancies simultaneously.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Proactive and solutions-focused approach.
• Comfortable working closely with operational teams and candidates.

What We’re Looking For

• A driven and proactive recruiter who thrives in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Someone who can build strong relationships with candidates, depot managers and operational teams.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A results-focused approach with the ability to manage competing recruitment requirements.
• An understanding of plant operators, construction or similar operational recruitment would be highly desirable.

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday: 7:30am - 6:00pm

1 in 4 Saturdays: 7:30am - 1:00pm

Pay/Salary: Competitive salary and package, dependent on experience

Location: Wembley

Cavendish Recruitment Professionals Ltd is an equal opportunity employer.

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief