Shift Support Operative

Lancashire-Renewables-Ltd; Borough of Wyre; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme matched up to 5%

Death in Service - 4x Salary

Free on-site car parking

Sick pay up to 26 weeks

Cycle to work scheme

Role-specific training

Benefits portal

Wellbeing support for mental health

PPE provided

Job summary

Lancashire Renewables Ltd is seeking a Shift Support Operative to join the Operations and Maintenance team at our Thornton facility on a 5-shift system. You will provide flexible support across operational functions, ensuring safe and compliant day-to-day running.

Key duties include assisting with health, safety and environmental compliance, waste processing, SCADA monitoring, recording downtime, weighbridge support, site security and housekeeping.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and accuracy in daily tasks.
• Good communication skills including radio use.
• PC and IT literacy with basic administrative duties.
• Strong organisational and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Operate the weighbridge and record vehicle movements and waste transactions.
• Coordinate arrivals, deliveries, inductions and site access for contractors and visitors.
• Act as point of contact for site enquiries and liaise with operations teams and external stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate operational records and downtime logs.
• Support safety, security, housekeeping and site compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Radio communications

PC literacy

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Tools

Weighbridge operations

SCADA monitoring

MEWP/Working at Height training

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an individual to join the Operations and Maintenance team at Lancashire Renewables Ltd. working on a 5-shift system at our Thornton facility.

Whatyou’llbedoing

The role of a Shift Support Operative at Lancashire Renewables Limited involves providing essential, flexible support across a range of operational functions to ensure the smooth and continuous running of the company's activities. Working in line with company policies and strict safety and environmental standards, the operative will contribute to the efficient and compliant delivery of services, adapting readily to meet changing business needs.

Key responsibilities include supporting health, safety, and environmental compliance; assisting with waste processing and SCADA system monitoring; recording downtime; and supporting weighbridge activities. The role also involves maintaining site security, performing cleaning duties, attending meetings and training, and keeping accurate operational records.

Overall, the Shift Support Operative plays a vital role in supporting the day-to-day functionality and safety of the facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate the weighbridge, accurately recording vehicle movements and waste transactions entering and leaving the site.
• Coordinate vehicle arrivals, product deliveries, driver inductions and site access for contractors, hauliers and visitors.
• Act as a key point of contact for site enquiries, liaising with operational teams and external stakeholders to support smooth daily operations.
• Maintain accurate operational records, including waste transfer documentation and system downtime logs.
• Support site safety and security by following procedures, reporting hazards and assisting with emergency response activities when required.
• Provide general operational support, including housekeeping and cleaning duties, to help maintain a safe, compliant and efficient site.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and contractors to ensure the effective day-to-day running of the facility.

What you will bring

Essential Skills and Knowledge

• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Good communication skills including use of radio communications.
• PC and IT Literate.
• Good organisational abilities.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

The following skills and knowledge are desirable, however successful candidates will be supported through role-specific training and must be willing to undertake any training required for the role:

• Weighbridge operations and municipal waste handling.
• SCADA monitoring.
• Security duties.
• MEWP and Working at Height.

What we offer you

• Company contributory pension scheme matched up to 5%.
• Death in Service cover - 4x Salary.
• Free on-site car parking.
• Company sick pay scheme- up to 26 weeks dependent on length of service.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Role-specific training.
• Benefits portal including lifestyle savings.
• Wellbeing support for mental health.
• All required PPE and other relevant equipment supplied.

Whoarewe?

Lancashire Renewables Ltd was established for the operation and management of the two waste treatment facilities built for the Lancashire Waste Contract.

Our two facilities in Thornton and Leyland are manned 365 days a year. Both sites can process over 5,000 tonnes of residual (black bin bag) waste per week and divert 95% of this material away from landfill.

Our aim is to achieve a sustainable future for Lancashire by providing services to process biodegradable and non-biodegradable household waste and our people are vital in helping us achieve this.

Our employees work in a variety of operations, maintenance, logistics and support roles across our two sites in Leyland and Thornton, actively encouraging internal growth through development and training programmes.

We are dedicated to providing a positive, supportive work environment with a strong focus on the health, safety, and wellbeing of all our employees.

We are an equal opportunity employer:

Diversity and inclusion are important to us at Lancashire Renewables, and we encourage a culture where everyone can be themselves at work. We value and actively seek out a richly diverse range of talent and our policies ensure that every job application and employee is treated fairly, with equal opportunity to succeed.

Candidates should apply with an up-to-date CV by Wednesday 28 th October 2026.

Please note that the advert may be closed early if we receive sufficient applications.

• Satisfactory completion of a Company medical which includes testing for drugs and alcohol. The Company operates a zero-tolerance policy regarding the taking or being under the influence of drugs or alcohol whilst on duty and carry out periodic random tests.

Up to £37,900.91

Average 37.8 Hours per Week, 12 hour shifts, 5 shift system, 24/7

Company contributory pension scheme matched up to 5%. 27 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays - increasing to 31 days after 5 years. Death in Service cover - 4x Salary. Free on-site car parking. Company sick pay scheme- up to 26 weeks dependent on length of service. Cycle to work scheme. We provide role-specific training to equip employees with the knowledge and skills required to perform their roles effectively. Benefits portal including lifestyle savings. Wellbeing support for mental health. All required PPE and other relevant equipment supplied.