Plant Operator

Pertemps Scotland; Balsall Common; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Scotland is seeking a Mobile Plant Operator for a busy site in North Lanarkshire. The role requires operating heavy plant machinery safely, following strict health and safety procedures, and supporting efficient site operations.

Responsibilities include pre-start checks, routine maintenance, reporting defects, and liaising with weighbridge staff and management on waste streams and material placement. Candidates should have relevant plant experience and a proactive safety mindset.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy plant on operational sites.
• Ability to follow health and safety procedures and site rules.
• Competence in completing plant checks and reporting defects.
• Good communication and teamwork within a site crew.

Responsibilities

• Operate mobile plant machinery safely and efficiently to meet operational requirements.
• Assist the Supervisor in delivering safe and effective site operations.
• Complete daily pre-start checks on mobile and static plant and report any defects.
• Maintain plant and equipment, including cleaning and basic maintenance tasks.
• Assist with contractor maintenance activities when required.
• Maintain housekeeping standards across the site.

Skills

Heavy plant operation

Safety compliance

Pre-start checks

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

Bulldozer

Excavator

Telehandler

Tractor

Compactor

Articulated Dumper

Job description

Mobile Plant Operator

Location: North Lanarkshire | ML6 7TD

Rate: 17 per hour

Mobile Plant Operator to support day-to-day operations on a busy site. This role requires an experienced operator who can safely operate heavy plant machinery, follow strict health and safety procedures, and support the efficient running of site activities.

The successful candidate will be responsible for operating mobile plant, maintaining high safety standards, completing operational tasks, and ensuring compliance with site procedures, environmental requirements, and company policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out all duties safely and in accordance with company procedures, safety rules, regulations, and codes of practice.
• Take responsibility for your own safety and the safety of colleagues and others who may be affected by site activities.
• Report any unsafe practices, hazards, near misses, accidents, or dangerous conditions to line management.
• Ensure correct tools, equipment, and PPE are used and maintained in a safe condition.
• Only operate plant and equipment where authorised and trained to do so.
• Complete work in line with risk assessments, COSHH assessments, permits, emergency procedures, and site safety requirements.
• Support a positive safety culture and contribute ideas for improving site processes and energy performance.

Operational Duties

• Operate mobile plant machinery safely and efficiently to meet operational requirements.
• Assist the Supervisor in delivering safe and effective site operations.
• Complete daily pre-start checks on mobile and static plant and report any defects immediately.
• Maintain plant and equipment, including regular cleaning, greasing, and basic maintenance tasks.
• Assist with contractor maintenance activities when required.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping standards across the site.
• Follow site traffic management plans and safe movement procedures.
• Liaise with weighbridge staff and management regarding waste streams, deliveries, and placement of materials.
• Ensure waste areas are maintained and cleared as required.
• Complete required paperwork, checks, and documentation accurately.
• Attend site meetings, toolbox talks, and training sessions.
• Carry out other reasonable duties as requested by the Supervisor.

Essential Requirements

Relevant qualifications/experience operating heavy plant, including:

• Bulldozer
• Tracked Loading Shovel
• Excavator
• Compactor
• Articulated Dumper
• Tractor
• Telehandler
• Experience working in an operational site environment.
• Good understanding of health and safety procedures.
• Ability to complete plant checks and identify/report defects.
• Reliable, flexible, and able to work independently or as part of a team.

Desirable

• Previous experience working within landfill, waste management, or similar operations.
• Completion of relevant competency and training modules.
• Experience working with environmental permits and waste management procedures.

About You

• Safety-focused with a proactive approach to work.
• Practical and hands-on with a positive "can do" attitude.
• Good communication skills and ability to work respectfully with colleagues and contractors.
• Able to follow instructions while also using initiative.
• Flexible approach to duties and willing to support the wider team.