Plant Operative

SUEZ; Darwen; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join SUEZ at a busy material transfer station where you'll operate equipment, manage waste, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. This role offers opportunities for personal development and requires operational experience with loading shovels and forklifts. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a commitment to health and safety.

Benefits

Development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Operational experience and current licences for loading shovels, 360 tele-handlers, and forklifts.
• Experience in waste/recycling or similar environments is highly advantageous.
• Strong understanding and commitment to health & safety.

Responsibilities

• Operating mobile and fixed plant equipment, including cleaning and maintenance.
• Managing traffic and guiding tipping vehicles.
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and welfare regulations.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Health & Safety

IT Skills

Tools

Loading Shovels

360 Tele-handlers

Forklifts

Job description

What will I be doing?

You will perform duties individually or as part of a team at a busy material transfer station, controlling, transferring, and stockpiling waste and recyclables.

The role will involve:

• Operating mobile and fixed plant equipment, including cleaning and maintenance.
• Managing traffic, such as guiding tipping vehicles.
• Operating the weighbridge and accurately recording vehicle weights and details.
• Ensuring compliance with legal duties regarding health, safety, and welfare of employees and the public.
• Cooperating with SUEZ and colleagues to adhere to site permits, legislation, and company policies.
• Providing excellent customer service by interacting with customers and the public.
• Performing additional duties as reasonably required, including first aid and fire safety responsibilities.

What are the requirements?

We seek an enthusiastic team player willing to learn about the site’s licensing system and ensure operations meet standards. Flexibility is essential to cover annual leave, weekends, and adapt to a challenging environment. The role requires:

• Operational experience and current licences for loading shovels, 360 tele-handlers, and forklifts.
• Opportunities for personal development in waste acceptance, equipment maintenance, and machinery operation.
• Experience in waste/recycling or similar environments is highly advantageous.
• Strong understanding and commitment to health & safety.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Good IT skills.

Who we are

SUEZ is committed to sustainable resource management across the UK. Respect, acting ethically and with integrity, is central to our values. We are passionate about protecting the environment and serving our communities with essential water and waste services. We offer development opportunities, benefits, and a supportive environment to help our employees grow and contribute to a better future for all.