Plant Operative

Plant Operative

Full-Time 25000 - 32000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Operate heavy machinery and support the efficient running of an industrial site.
  • Company: Join a leading aggregates operation in Derbyshire with a strong team culture.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, training opportunities, and a chance to grow your career.
  • Other info: Great long-term career prospects and a supportive work environment.
  • Why this job: Kickstart your career in a hands-on role with real impact in the industry.
  • Qualifications: Experience in construction or heavy industry is a plus, but not essential.

The predicted salary is between 25000 - 32000 £ per year.

  • Plant Operative
  • Derbyshire| Permanent | Competitive Salary + Benefits

Are you comfortable working around heavy machinery and industrial plant?

We are recruiting for a Plant Operative to join a busy aggregates operation in the Derbyshire area.

This is a hands‑on role supporting the safe and efficient operation of a heavy industrial site.

The Role

Your responsibilities may include

  • Operating fixed and mobile plant
  • Monitoring production equipment
  • Completing basic plant inspections
  • Identifying and reporting faults
  • Supporting routine maintenance activities
  • Cleaning and maintaining operational areas
  • Loading and moving materials
  • Following site health and safety procedures
  • Completing production and operational records
  • Working closely with maintenance and operational teams
  • What We Are Looking For

Experience within quarrying or aggregates would be useful, although it is not essential.

We are interested in candidates from

  • Construction
  • Manufacturing
  • Recycling
  • Waste
  • Warehousing
  • Agriculture
  • Heavy industry

Experience operating mobile plant such as loading shovels, dumpers or similar equipment would be advantageous.

Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to build a long‑term career within the UK aggregates sector.

Training and development opportunities may be available for candidates with the right attitude and practical approach.

Apply today for a confidential discussion with Andrews Recruitment Group.

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Plant Operative employer: Andrews Recruitment Group

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Contact Details:

Andrews Recruitment Group Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Plant Operative

Operating Fixed and Mobile Plant
Monitoring Production Equipment
Basic Plant Inspections
Fault Identification and Reporting
Routine Maintenance Support
Cleaning and Maintaining Operational Areas
Loading and Moving Materials