Plant Operator

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Westfield Health

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Hargreaves Industrial Services is recruiting a Telehandler Operator for our Yorkshire Water contract, based in the Sheffield and Wakefield area. The role involves safe telehandler operations and supporting sludge handling and movements at wastewater sites.

We require flexibility to travel between sites, occasional nights and weekends, and a proactive approach to maintenance and safety. 40-hour week, permanent position, with standard benefits and a closing date of 20 September 2026.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of site safety standards and procedures.
• Experience operating centrifuges and related equipment (poly make-up plant and conveyors).
• Ability to follow site rules and safety instructions.
• Willingness to undertake site-specific training.

Responsibilities

• Conduct telehandler operations including use of bucket to load trucks.
• Monitor equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation; take action on abnormal conditions.
• Maintain good housekeeping standards of work areas and equipment.
• Carry out daily checks on equipment such as centrifuges, conveyors and poly make-up plant; report defects and consumables.
• Monitor product throughput and report findings.
• Carry out greasing and preventative maintenance as trained.

Skills

Site safety standards

Centrifuge operation

Poly make-up plant

Conveyors operation

Flexible approach

Independent worker

Time management

Communication skills

Work under pressure

Job description

Location: On site / Wakefield, UK
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Engineering | General
HourlyFixed salary:£ 15.00

CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent

HOURS OF WORK: 40 hours, Monday to Friday

SALARY: £15.00 per hour

BENEFITS: Westfield Health, Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to work scheme

CLOSING DATE: 20th September 2026

A vacancy has arisen for Telehandler Operators to join our team within our Yorkshire Water contract based in the Sheffield and Wakefield area.

The role is to support the delivery of the sludge handling and movements within the wastewater treatment sites within the Yorkshire area.

Flexibility is key within this role as there may be a requirement to travel between the sites as and when required to meet operational needs including nights & weekends. The hours of work may also vary based on operations. Adopting safe working techniques and good overall operation practices are essential.

Hargreaves provide essential water and wastewater services to every corner of the Yorkshire region 24/7 and 365 days a year and play a key role in the region’s health, wellbeing and prosperity.

The role briefly encompasses the following duties: -

• To conduct telehandler operations including use of bucket to load trucks.
• Monitor all equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation is maintained - take appropriate action in the event of abnormal conditions, i.e. blockages, system failures etc.
• Maintain good housekeeping standards of work areas and equipment.
• Carry out daily checks on equipment, including centrifuges, conveyors and poly make-up plant. Report any defects and any consumables that may be required, such as additional polymer.
• Monitor product throughput.
• Carry out additional tasks that the operator is trained and competent to do, such as greasing & preventative maintenance.

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills/experience/ attributes:-

• Good understanding of site safety standards.
• Previous experience of operating centrifuges and associated equipment, i.e. poly make-up plant and conveyors.
• Comply and understand all site golden rules, safety instructions and procedures.
• Undertake site specific training as required.
• Knowledge and experience in a similar Role.
• Flexible approach to work.
• Ability to work independently and on own initiative.
• Good time keeping and willing to work overtime as necessary.
• Good communication skills, both with colleagues, other contractors and clients at all levels.
• Ability to work under pressure and to meet tight deadlines.

What we do:

As an established contract management Company, Hargreaves Industrial Services provides high standard, professional services to our clients within the Water, Power, Port, Steel, Rail and other industrial sectors both within the UK and abroad.

Our core services include:

• Materials Handling expertise, offering efficient and optimal solutions for all bulk handling requirements
• Electrical and Mechanical Maintenance and Engineering
• Operation and Maintenance of Material Handling Plants

As a Company we pride ourselves on our service delivery and professional 'can do' attitude and we are always looking for committed, keen, professional people to join us.