Process Operator

Flat Fee Recruiter; Greater London; On-site; GBP 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading underground mining company is seeking a Process Operator to operate heavy machinery in a safe and efficient manner. The role involves compliance with safety regulations, support for production activities, and full training is provided. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years' experience in heavy industry and a strong commitment to safety. Competitive salary, 26 days holiday plus bank holidays, private medical insurance, and career development opportunities are included.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

26 days holiday plus 8 paid Bank Holidays

Private medical insurance

Company pension scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in heavy industry, quarrying, mining or tunnelling.
• Proven experience operating large plant or heavy machinery.
• Strong commitment to health, safety and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Operate large machinery safely and efficiently in an underground environment.
• Support the safe and continuous operation of production.
• Comply with all statutory and company safety requirements.

Skills

Heavy machinery operation

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Good standard of secondary education

Tools

Loaders

Excavators

Joy Continuous Miner

Job description

Looking for a secure, well-paid heavy machinery job? Join a world-class underground mining operation in Winsford, operating specialist plant equipment with excellent benefits and career progression.

Process Operator

Salt Mine at Winsford, Cheshire, CW7 2PE

Full time, permanent (Monday – Friday)

£47,895.28 per annum

Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK

We are looking for experienced heavy machinery operators to join our client, a leading underground mining operation in Winsford. The role involves operating large-scale equipment such as continuous miners and CAT 988 loaders within a specialist underground environment. Full training will be provided for candidates with relevant heavy plant experience who are keen to develop their skills in mining. You will work closely with the Shift Manager to achieve production targets while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate large machinery safely and efficiently in an underground environment (training provided for specific equipment)
• Support the safe and continuous operation of production, transport, and processing activities
• Comply with all statutory and company safety requirements, including Mines Regulations
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in safety, health, and productivity
• Assist with ground control works, ventilation, and infrastructure maintenance
• Ensure product quality and optimise the processing of rock salt

What They Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• 26 days holiday plus 8 paid Bank Holidays per year
• Private medical insurance and company pension scheme
• Full training and opportunities for career development

The Ideal Candidate:

We are looking for a reliable, safety-focused operator with experience in heavy industrial environments who is keen to develop a long-term career in underground mining.

You will ideally have :

• Minimum 3 years' experience in heavy industry, quarrying, mining or tunnelling
• Proven experience operating large plant or heavy machinery
• Experience with loaders, excavators or similar equipment
• Joy Continuous Miner experience (desirable, not essential)
• Strong commitment to health, safety and compliance
• Flexibility, adaptability and a strong team-working attitude
• A good standard of secondary education

How to apply for the role :

If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and

check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to complete your application and provide any other supporting documents.

You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.

Other suitable skills and experience include Heavy Plant Operator, Quarry Operative, Underground Operative, Tunnel Boring Machine Operator, Production Operator, Excavator Operator, Loader Driver, Process Operator, Materials Handling Operator, Mining Technician