Site Operative

Maresfield, East Sussex
£31580/annum

We are seeking a reliable, experienced Site Operative / Loading Shovel Driver to join our team based at our clients facility in the Marshfield area (TN22 2HN).​

In this role, you will play a key part in the day-to-day operations of the site. Your primary responsibility will be safe and efficient mobile plant operation—specifically operating a Loading Shovel to move, stock, and process materials, alongside general site maintenance and operational duties.

​Key Responsibilities​

  • Plant Operation: Safe and efficient operation of a wheeled Loading Shovel to load, feed, stack, and move bulk materials across the site.​
  • Vehicle Loading & Unloading: Assist with the loading of outgoing haulage vehicles and processing plant hoppers while keeping material stockpiles safe and organised.​
  • Daily Plant Checks: Perform pre-use, daily maintenance checks on the Loading Shovel (checking fluid levels, grease points, tyre pressures, and cleanliness); report any faults immediately.​
  • General Site Operative Duties: Keep the working areas clean, tidy, and safe through routine site housekeeping, sweeping, and sorting.​
  • Health & Safety Compliance: Strictly adhere to all company Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) standards, risk assessments, and site speed limits. Wear all mandatory PPE at all times.​
  • Team Communication: Work closely with the Site Manager, weighbridge staff, and hauliers to maintain smooth operational flow throughout the day.

Essential​

  • Proven experience operating a Loading Shovel in a waste, recycling, quarrying, aggregate, or industrial site environment.​
  • ​High awareness of site safety and working around heavy machinery/pedestrians.​
  • Strong work ethic, reliable attendance, and ability to work the Tuesday to Saturday schedule.​
  • Ability to physically carry out general site maintenance duties when not operating plant.​Reliable transportation to travel to the TN22 2HN area.

​To apply for this position, please submit an up-to-date CV and a brief overview of your relevant plant operating experience

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