Plant Operative

Enva; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Holiday allowance

Company pension scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Free on-site parking

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Bike2Work scheme

Job summary

Enva is seeking a Plant Operative to support the Duncrue site with the operation of mobile and fixed plant machinery to safely process waste materials.

The role requires a competent operator able to run a 20-tonne excavator and telehandler, assist with waste handling, loading and processing activities, and maintain strict health and safety compliance on site.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating large mobile plant machinery.
• Skilled in operating a 20-tonne excavator.
• Experienced with a telehandler (14m boom).
• Experience in industrial/waste/recycling environments.
• Strong health and safety awareness.
• Reliable with excellent attendance and timekeeping.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate mobile plant including a 20T excavator and telehandler.
• Load, sort, move and manage waste materials per procedures.
• Support fixed plant operations and material movement as trained.
• Perform daily pre-use checks and routine inspections on all machinery.

Skills

Large mobile plant

20-tonne excavator

Telehandler 14m

Industrial/waste environment

Health & safety

Attendance reliability

Job description

Plant Operative

Application Deadline: 30 October 2026

Department: Operations

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Duncrue [MacNabb]

Reporting To: Site Manager

Compensation: £14.50 / hour

Description

The Plant Operative will play a key operational role at the Duncrue site, supporting the safe and efficient processing of waste materials through the operation of mobile and fixed plant machinery.

The role requires a competent and experienced operator capable of safely operating large mobile plant, including a 20-tonne excavator and telehandler with a 14-metre boom, to support waste handling, loading, and processing activities. The Plant Operative will also assist with fixed plant operations, material movement, housekeeping, and site safety, ensuring all activities are carried out in compliance with Health & Safety and environmental regulations.

Location: Irish Waste, 116-120 Duncrue Street, Belfast, Co. Antrim, BT3 9AR

Key Responsibilities

Plant & Machinery Operations

• Safely operate mobile plant, including a 20T excavator, telehandler (14m boom), and other site machinery as required.
• Load, sort, move, and manage waste materials in line with site operating procedures.
• Support operation of fixed plant and processing equipment where trained and authorised.
• Carry out daily pre-use checks and routine inspections on all machinery operated.

Waste Handling & Site Operations

• Assist with waste segregation, stock management, and material flow across the site.
• Ensure materials are processed efficiently to support throughput and productivity targets.
• Maintain clear and safe working areas around plant and processing zones.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Adhere strictly to Health & Safety, Environmental, and operational procedures at all times.
• Wear required PPE and ensure it is fit for purpose.
• Report defects, hazards, near misses, and incidents promptly.
• Support site compliance with waste permits, audits, and inspections.

Maintenance & Housekeeping

• Carry out basic cleaning and routine maintenance of machinery and work areas.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards across plant and yard areas.

Teamwork & Communication

• Work closely with Yard Operatives, Drivers, and Supervisors to ensure smooth site operations.
• Communicate operational issues or delays to the Site Manager promptly.

This is not an exhaustive list and you may be required to undertake other duties appropriate to the role for which you are trained and competent.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Essential

• Proven experience operating large mobile plant machinery.
• Competence operating a 20-tonne excavator.
• Competence operating a telehandler with a 14-metre boom.
• Experience working within an industrial, waste, recycling, or heavy plant environment.
• Strong health & safety awareness.
• Reliable with excellent attendance and timekeeping.

Desirable

• Experience operating additional mobile plant (e.g. loaders, shovels, balers).
• Experience operating fixed plant.

Why Work For Enva?

Enva is committed to providing more than just jobs, we want to grow our business by offering career paths that match the aspirations of the talent that is increasingly aware of the need to protect the planet we all share. For the right candidates, the possibilities are truly endless and we will offer all the support, training and benefits you need to help you realise your true potential.

Examples of Company Benefits:

• A competitive salary in a growing company committed to our people.
• A competitive holiday allowance.
• Company pension scheme.
• Enhanced family friendly policies.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Lifestyle & Leisure Discounts: Discounts for gym, leisure, cinema, shopping and many more...
• Employee Life Insurance.
• Bike2Work scheme.
• Free on-site parking.
• Holiday Purchase Scheme