Waste Plant Operator — Safe, Efficient Materials Handling

Hargreaves Industrial Services; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Westfield Health

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Hargreaves Industrial Services is recruiting a Plant Operator to join our Waste Management Services team at ICL Boulby. The role supports safe operation and maintenance of plant equipment, ensuring health, safety, and environmental standards.

With a 40-hour week (40 hours, plus overtime as required), the successful candidate will help deliver the waste services contract and contribute to site compliance while working in a busy industrial setting in the UK.

Qualifications

• Experience operating plant machinery in an industrial or waste environment.
• Hold valid tickets/licenses for relevant plant (e.g., CPCS, NPORS, or in-house certification).
• Basic mechanical knowledge and ability to carry out routine maintenance.
• Good awareness of health, safety and environmental practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in the waste management or recycling sector.
• Knowledge of waste types and handling procedures.
• Safety-conscious and responsible.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Proactive and willing to learn.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing tasks and priorities.
• Aid or Fire Marshal training.

Responsibilities

• Operate fixed and mobile plant machinery (e.g., loading shovels, telehandlers, compactors, shredders, screeners) in accordance with training and site procedures.
• Carry out daily checks and routine maintenance on plant equipment, reporting defects promptly.
• Assist with the receipt, handling, and processing of waste materials in line with environmental and operational requirements.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to site rules and PPE requirements.
• Monitor waste streams for contamination and report non-compliant materials.
• Complete relevant documentation and records accurately (e.g., plant logs, inspection sheets).
• Support site compliance with environmental permits, health & safety legislation, and company policies.
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety briefings, and training sessions as required.
• Provide support to other team members and cover duties during absences or peak periods.

Skills

Experience operating plant machinery

Valid CPCS/NPORS licenses

Mechanical knowledge

Health and safety awareness

Independence and teamwork

Waste management experience

Knowledge of waste handling

Safety-conscious

Reliability and punctuality

Proactiveness and willingness to learn

Communication and teamwork

Flexibility and adaptability

Aid or Fire Marshal training

Job description

Hargreaves Industrial Services is recruiting a Plant Operator to join our Waste Management Services team at ICL Boulby. The role supports safe operation and maintenance of plant equipment, ensuring health, safety, and environmental standards.

With a 40-hour week (40 hours, plus overtime as required), the successful candidate will help deliver the waste services contract and contribute to site compliance while working in a busy industrial setting in the UK.