Mobile Plant Operative - Loading Shovel

Are you an experienced Mobile plant operative with a Loading Shovel licence within the Construction industry? Do you consider yourself to be proactive and an asset to a busy team? Are you based in or around Somerset?

We have a temporary Mobile Plant Operative role available with Holcim. The successful applicant will be someone familiar with the Construction or Heavy Industry environment and is capable of handling hazardous material, working in all weather and operating a loading shovel

Role: Mobile Plant Operative - Loading Shovel

Location: Holcim, Callow Rock Block Works, Shipham Gorge', Cheddar, Somerset BS27 3D

Rate: £18.76 per hour

Contract length: 5 weeks potentially longer

Shift Patterns: 3 different shifts on a rota basis (40hrs

Night shift Hours: 10pm till 6am
Morning shift hours: 6am till 2pm
Afternoon shift hours: 2pm till 10pm

Start: ASAP (within 1-2 weeks)

Responsibilities:

Operate Machinery: Drive wheeled loading shovels safely across quarries

Load Vehicles: Fill HGV lorries, articulated trucks, and hoppers with bulk materials.

Manage Stockpiles: Organize, monitor, and maintain material stockpiles

Promote site health and safety at all times

Ensure site housekeeping is maintained to highest standard.

Essential requirements:

B2 Licence or Loading shovel licence a valid CPCS (Construction Plant Competence Scheme) or NPORS (National Plant Operators Registration Scheme) loading shovel card

Previous experience (2+ years) within the Construction or Heavy Industry environment

Ability to adhere to the shift pattern detailed above

Strong knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation

CSCS card would be an advantage

Good verbal and written communication skill

Benefits:

Advice and editing on your current CV

Dedicated team throughout your journey within the role

Paid holiday

Exclusive online services including restaurant and retail discounts

Chance to receive £300* for referring a friend

Opportunity for progression into permanent roles

Competitive rates of pay

Does this role sound interesting? Apply today and a member of the team will be in contact if you meet our requirements.

All applicants are subject to vetting checks including: Right to work check, medical check and reference check

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