Plant Operator (Landfill)

Pertemps; Pershore; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Plant Operator for a landfill site in Pershore. This role involves the safe operation of machinery and compliance with waste management regulations. Candidates should have experience with heavy plant machinery and a good understanding of landfill operations. The position requires flexibility to work as part of a team. Pay is £12.60 per hour for a 45-hour workweek from Thursday to Monday.

Qualifications

• Experience and/or qualification in the operation of heavy plant machinery is desirable.
• Understanding of waste acceptance and landfill operations.
• Ability to work flexibly and unsupervised within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery and equipment safely, adhering to all operating procedures.
• Maintain relevant records as required for compliance.
• Ensure site monitoring regimes and waste acceptance procedures are followed.

Skills

Operation of heavy plant machinery

Understanding of waste acceptance and landfill operations

Ability to work flexibly and unsupervised

Job description

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Job Title:

Plant Operator (Landfill)

Location:

Pershore

Shift:

45 hours per week, Thursday to Monday

Hours:

7:45 am – 5:15 pm

Pay Rate:

£12.60 per hour

Job Purpose

To ensure the safe and effective day-to-day operation of machinery and equipment, handling waste in line with required procedures and regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate machinery and equipment safely, adhering to all operating procedures.
• Maintain relevant records as required for compliance.
• Ensure site monitoring regimes and waste acceptance procedures are followed in line with landfill permit requirements.
• Be fully knowledgeable about waste management licence requirements, including waste acceptance, control procedures, operational controls, maintenance, and emergency plans.
• Perform daily safety checks on machinery and equipment.
• Report any defects in accordance with the defect procedure.
• Maintain cleanliness and tidiness in rest areas and through general housekeeping.
• Keep machinery in clean, operational condition.
• Perform other duties as reasonably required, consistent with the general level of responsibility of the role.

Knowledge / Qualifications:

• Experience and/or qualification in the operation of heavy plant machinery is desirable.
• Understanding of waste acceptance and landfill operations.
• Ability to work flexibly and unsupervised within a team environment.

If you feel you have the right qualifications and this role is a good fit for you, we would be keen to hear from you. Please apply by submitting your CV, highlighting your relevant experience.