Site Operative

Brett Group; York; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to join their team at one of the largest sand and gravel processing facilities in the UK. This role involves operating both mobile and fixed plant in a dynamic environment, ensuring safety and efficiency while contributing to a team-oriented culture. With a commitment to professional development, the company offers a range of benefits including competitive salaries and generous annual leave. If you are motivated, flexible, and eager to grow your skills in an inclusive workplace, this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Generous pension

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Life assurance

Career and professional development

Free onsite parking

Employee assistance programme

Enhanced parental leave

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Competence in operating mobile and/or fixed plant in the mineral processing industry.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate mobile and static plant, loading lorries, trains, and barges.
• Conduct routine inspections and maintenance tasks.

Skills

Operation of mobile plant

Operation of fixed plant

Communication skills

Mechanical understanding

Problem solving

Ability to work under pressure

Education

NVQ in mineral processing

Job description

About The Role

About Your Role

This position within Brett Aggregates is based at our Cliffe Site. The site is one of the largest sand and gravel processing facilities in the UK operating on a 24 hour basis utilising marine dredged ballast inputs, with road, rail and barge outputs primarily supplying the London market. The successful candidate will work as part of the team on a 24 hour shift pattern operating both fixed and mobile plant.

Key Responsibilities

• Safe operation of mobile and static plant.
• Load lorries, trains and barges in a timely and professional manner.
• Carry out routine inspections.
• Carry out routine maintenance tasks.
• Keep the site tidy, clear of spillages, and maintain haul roads and bunds.
• Promptly report any accidents, incidents or near misses.
• Promptly report any changes in material quality.
• Work efficiently as part of a team, offering support and assistance where necessary.

We're Looking For

• Competence and experience in operation of mobile and/or fixed plant in the mineral processing industry including holding (or working towards) an NVQ.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Mechanical understanding of fixed and mobile plant.
• Motivated and flexible, with strong problem solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.

We'll Offer You

• A competitive salary.
• Generous pension.
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.
• Life assurance.
• Career and professional development.
• Free onsite parking.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Enhanced parental leave.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Employee discounts.
• Plus more!

About Us

Brett is the UK’s largest independently owned building materials Group with over 60 sites across the South, South East, East and Midlands and employing over 750 people.

As a part of the Brett Group, Brett Aggregates supplies sand and gravel, crushed rock and coated products from both land-based and marine sources. With extensive reserves throughout the South and South East, our capability is reinforced by strategic wharves and rail hubs, ensuring consistent supply to major contracts as well as local customers alike.

With a reputation for excellence, we offer superb development opportunities to people keen to be a part of our continued growth. As an independent business we can offer real job satisfaction in an environment which encourages you to contribute, supports you in getting the job done and enables you to become part of a team that delivers building materials for big ideas.

Why Join Brett

• Our people are individuals, we value your input and support you in your professional development.
• We see our people as our greatest strength.
• We work hard to create inclusive environments.
• Grow your skills with ongoing opportunities – our business thrives when our people are at their best, we encourage and support ongoing learning and development.

Brett Group operates an Equal Opportunities Policy and monitoring. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination in recruitment and employment. We take a zero-tolerance approach to any form of discrimination and are committed to acting professionally and fairly in all our relationships and business dealings. This is not only a legal requirement but is vital for our brand, reputation and the long-term success of our business.

Brett Group operates a preferred supplier list and does not accept agency CVs, unless specifically engaged to work on the role in writing by the People Team. Please do not forward CVs to our recruiters, employees or any other location with the Brett Group. Brett Group will not be responsible for any fees relating to unsolicited CVs or candidate profiles. Furthermore, Brett Group will only accept CVs submitted through our applicant tracking system, any and all CVs sent via email will be immediately deleted and shall not be subject to any agency terms or associated fees.

Should you wish to work with us now or in the future please email the recruitment team at [e-mail]