Plant Operator/ Labourer

The Mick George Group; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Plant Operators/Labourers to join their team in Northamptonshire. This role involves operating machinery for mineral retrieval and ground profiling, ensuring compliance with maintenance standards, and maintaining site safety. Ideal candidates will have a strong work ethic, relevant experience with heavy machinery, and a full UK driving licence. Join a company that values diversity and offers a competitive salary along with various employee benefits, including a pension plan and cycle to work scheme. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team while advancing your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company pension

Cycle to work scheme

Company benefit platform

Length of service rewards

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• 5 years experience operating Dozer, 360 Excavator or Dump Truck.
• Full UK driving licence required for the role.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily/weekly maintenance checks on mobile & fixed plant.
• Report defects and maintain site cleanliness to minimize hazards.

Skills

UK driving licence

Dozer operation

360 Excavator operation

Dump Truck operation

GPS machine control

Hard working nature

Tools

R2C app

Job description

Here at The Mick George Group, we are looking for Plant Operators/ Labourers in the Northamptonshire area to join our team.

Job Overview:
To operate plant and machinery to assist with the retrieval of minerals and profiling of ground to the required level. Any other duties required in the day to day running of the quarry/landfill as deemed necessary by a site supervisor/manager.

Responsibilities:

1. To carry out daily/weekly maintenance checks of the mobile & fixed plant in their use to the necessary standard.
2. To carry out the daily/weekly required maintenance tasks on the mobile & fixed plant in their use consisting of greasing and keeping the equipment clean.
3. To report any defects noted to site management/workshop using the R2C app.
4. Dispatching and controlling the quality of product.
5. To be able to follow plant GPS to alter the ground to the required levels.
6. To carry out any other duties relating to the Quarry as requested by a supervisor/manager.
7. To accurately record their working hours on timesheets and submit on a weekly basis.
8. To accurately log all production data, plant stoppages, breakdowns, and logs are documented correctly.
9. To inform quarry management of any materials that are deemed unsuitable for production.
10. To understand the company procedures in relation to breakdowns to be able to act swiftly to minimise downtime.
11. To ensure any training requirements are highlighted to line management, especially for legislative minimum requirements.
12. Conduct themselves in such a way to not endanger themselves or those around them.
13. Conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times as an ambassador of Mick George Group.
14. To maintain a good standard of site cleanliness to minimise potential hazards.
15. To regularly be in contact with site management.

Skills/Qualifications:

1. A full UK driving licence.
2. Experience on either Dozer, 360 Excavator or a Dump Truck (5 years experience).
3. A hard working nature.
4. Experience with GPS (machine control).

Benefits:

1. Competitive salary.
2. Company pension.
3. Cycle to work scheme.
4. Company benefit platform.
5. Length of service rewards - enhanced holiday entitlement / access to private healthcare service.
6. Employee assistance programme.

The Mick George Group is committed to providing equality of opportunity for all. The company seeks to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse community at large and values the individual’s contribution irrespective of sex, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, race, colour, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin.