Shovel Driver

Stafforce Ports; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate with pay rise

Full-time, ongoing work

Weekdays only

Established operation

Supportive team environment

Training and career development

Immediate starts available

Job summary

Nicholas Associates Group in Howden is hiring a Shovel Driver for a full-time, ongoing role. You will operate loading shovels, support production, and maintain safety standards on a busy site in Howden/Goole.

The role runs Monday to Friday, 06:00–18:00 with pay £15.01–£15.46 per hour after 12 weeks. Immediate starts for suitable candidates are available, with ongoing opportunities and career development.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating a Loading Shovel.
• A valid Loading Shovel licence, certificate, or relevant competency card.
• Strong understanding of safe plant operations and material handling procedures.
• Experience working within industrial, manufacturing, recycling, quarrying, warehousing, or production environments.
• Excellent awareness of health and safety requirements.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A proactive approach to safety and operational efficiency.
• The ability to work independently and take ownership of daily tasks.
• Reliable and flexible approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Operate a loading shovel safely and efficiently within a busy industrial environment.
• Move, load, and transport materials across the site.
• Feed production areas with materials as required.
• Load and unload vehicles in accordance with site procedures.
• Carry out daily pre-use inspections and routine equipment checks.
• Monitor stock levels and maintain accurate stockpile management.
• Follow all operational procedures and site safety requirements.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and supervisors.
• Report equipment defects, faults, or safety concerns promptly.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment.
• Meet operational targets while adhering to strict health and safety standards.

Skills

Shovel operation

Shovel licence

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Loading Shovel licence/certificate

Tools

Loading Shovel

Job description

Shovel Driver

Location: Howden

Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday, 06:00 - 18:00

Pay Rate: £15.01 per hour (rising to £15.46 per hour after 12 weeks)

Job Type: Full-Time, Ongoing

Are you an experienced Shovel Driver looking for your next opportunity? We are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious individual to join our team in Howden, Goole, supporting operations within a busy industrial environment.

This is an excellent opportunity to work with heavy plant machinery, playing a key role in the safe movement, loading, and transportation of materials across site while maintaining high safety and operational standards.

The Role

As a Shovel Driver, you will be responsible for operating a loading shovel to move materials safely and efficiently around the site. Working closely with operational teams, you will ensure production areas remain supplied, stockpiles are maintained, and materials are handled in line with site procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a loading shovel safely and efficiently within a busy industrial environment.
• Move, load, and transport materials across the site.
• Feed production areas with materials as required.
• Load and unload vehicles in accordance with site procedures.
• Carry out daily pre-use inspections and routine equipment checks.
• Monitor stock levels and maintain accurate stockpile management.
• Follow all operational procedures and site safety requirements.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and supervisors.
• Report equipment defects, faults, or safety concerns promptly.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment.
• Meet operational targets while adhering to strict health and safety standards.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience operating a Loading Shovel.
• A valid Loading Shovel licence, certificate, or relevant competency card.
• Strong understanding of safe plant operations and material handling procedures.
• Experience working within industrial, manufacturing, recycling, quarrying, warehousing, or production environments.
• Excellent awareness of health and safety requirements.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A proactive approach to safety and operational efficiency.
• The ability to work independently and take ownership of daily tasks.
• Reliable and flexible approach to work.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive hourly rates with a pay increase after 12 weeks.
• Full-time, ongoing work.
• Monday to Friday working pattern with no weekend requirement.
• Opportunity to work within a well-established operation.
• Supportive team environment.
• Training and career development opportunities.
• Immediate starts available for suitable candidates.

If you have the skills, experience, and commitment to safety required for this role, we'd love to hear from you.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies