Specialist Heavy Plant & Yard Operative – Straddle Carrier

Alternative Heat Ltd; Armagh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Alternative Heat Ltd. is seeking an experienced Specialist Heavy Plant & Yard Operative to operate a Combilift SC Straddle Carrier at Head Office, Banbridge.

The role blends specialist plant operation with yard and logistics duties, with full training provided for the Straddle Carrier. The successful candidate will join the Stores & Warehousing team, reporting to the Head of Warehouse and Logistics, and will work Monday to Friday with hours that suit production needs.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy plant is preferred but not required; training will be provided.
• Ability to follow RAMS and movement plans.
• Willingness to assist with general warehouse/yard duties when needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Combilift SC Straddle Carrier to move and position large loads across production, yard and storage areas.
• Carry out daily pre-use checks and report defects.
• Coordinate with production, warehouse, logistics and lifting teams to ensure safe movements.
• Support lifting operations where required.
• Assist with loading/unloading, organizing materials and preparing equipment for production or dispatch.
• Maintain clean and safe working areas and support deliveries and collections.

Skills

Heavy plant operation

Safety awareness

Team coordination

Tools

Combilift SC Straddle Carrier

Job description

Alternative Heat Ltd. is seeking an experienced Specialist Heavy Plant & Yard Operative to operate a Combilift SC Straddle Carrier at Head Office, Banbridge.

The role blends specialist plant operation with yard and logistics duties, with full training provided for the Straddle Carrier. The successful candidate will join the Stores & Warehousing team, reporting to the Head of Warehouse and Logistics, and will work Monday to Friday with hours that suit production needs.