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Randstad CPE; Uttoxeter; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holiday

Employee discounts

Refer a friend bonus

Progression opportunities

Job summary

Randstad CPE is seeking an experienced Mobile Plant Operative for Cauldon works, Stoke-on-Trent. You will drive loading shovels, load bulk materials, and manage stockpiles in a hazardous, weather-exposed environment.

Role requires CPCS/NPORS loading shovel card, 2+ years’ experience, and a valid driving licence. Shift is Mon-Fri 05:00–14:30. Temporary contract through Dec 2026 with possible extension.

Qualifications

• Experience operating loading shovels in construction/heavy industry.
• Familiar with health and safety regulations on-site.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate wheeled loading shovels safely across quarries.
• Load HGV lorries, articulated trucks and hoppers with bulk materials.
• Organise and maintain material stockpiles and site housekeeping.
• Promote site health and safety at all times.
• Adhere to shift pattern (Mon-Fri, 05:00–14:30).
• Must have CPCS/NPORS loading shovel card or be eligible.

Skills

Loading shovel operation

Health and safety awareness

Verbal and written communication

Driving licence

Tools

CPCS/NPORS loading shovel card

Job description

Are you an experienced Mobile plant operative with a Loading Shovel licence within the Construction industry? Do you consider yourself to be proactive and an asset to a busy team? Are you based in or around Stoke?

We have a temporary Mobile Plant Operative role available within Cauldon works. The successful applicant will be someone familiar with the Construction or Heavy Industry environment and is capable of handling hazardous material, working in all weather and operating a loading shovel

Role: Mobile Plant Operative

Location: Holcim, Cauldon Cement Plant, Yawls Ln, Cauldon, Stoke-on-Trent, ST10 3EQ

Contract length: until the end of December 2026 potentially extending until 2027

Shift Patterns: Monday - Friday

Hours are 05:00am - 14.30pm

Start: ASAP (within 1-2 weeks)

Responsibilities

• Operate Machinery:
• Drive wheeled loading shovels safely across quarries
• Load Vehicles:
• Fill HGV lorries, articulated trucks, and hoppers with bulk materials.
• Manage Stockpiles:
• Organize, monitor, and maintain material stockpiles
• Promote site health and safety at all times
• Ensure site housekeeping is maintained to highest standard.
• Driving licence and access to own vehicle due to site location
• A valid CPCS (Construction Plant Competence Scheme) or NPORS (National Plant Operators Registration Scheme) loading shovel card
• Previous experience (2+ years) within the Construction or Heavy Industry environment
• Ability to adhere to the shift pattern detailed above
• Strong knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation
• CSCS card would be an advantage
• Good verbal and written communication skill
• Advice and editing on your current CV
• Dedicated team throughout your journey within the role
• Paid holiday
• Exclusive online services including restaurant and retail discounts
• Chance to receive £300* for referring a friend
• Opportunity for progression into permanent roles
• Competitive rates of pay
• All applicants are subject to vetting checks including: Right to work check, medical check and reference check.