At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate excavators and handle materials in a dynamic recycling yard.
- Company: Join InfraBuild Recycling, a leader in sustainable practices.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, job security, and generous leave options.
- Other info: Great career progression opportunities and a supportive team environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in recycling while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience with excavators and a safety-focused mindset preferred.
The predicted salary is between 33.81 - 33.81 £ per hour.
Based at our InfraBuild Recycling Hexham site, the Material Handler/Excavator operator will perform a range of duties within the metal recycling yard. This is a permanent day shift role with hours from 7am to 3pm, Monday to Friday. There will be on‑job training provided and excellent opportunities for career progression/multi‑skilling. Pay rate for this role is 33.81 per hour plus super.
What you will be doing:
- Operating a Material Handler/Excavator
- Loading and unloading trucks and shipping containers
- Loading scrap metal onto conveyor for processing through the shredder
- Maintaining cleanliness in the yard and operational areas
- Conducting daily checks on mobile plant
- Adhering to safety procedures at all times
You will be rewarded with:
- Permanently, full‑time hours with job security
- Team environment with strong safety culture
- Paid personal leave and 4 weeks annual leave per year
- Monthly Rostered Day Off (RDO) available – 12 per year
Primary Benefits
- Health cover at discounted rates - Access corporate rates with nib Health Insurance to support you and your family
- Everyday savings - Access a wide range of employee discounts across major brands including retail, travel and lifestyle
- Support when you need it - Confidential counselling and wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Sonder, available to you and your immediate family
What you will bring:
- Experience operating a Material Handler/Excavator
- Forklift ticket, desirable
- Experience in scrap recycling, construction or manufacturing is highly advantageous
- Comfortable working in a fast‑paced yard environment
- Reliable and punctual with a safety focused and team oriented mindset
Three Pillars
- Work with a greater purpose - join us on our pursuit of a sustainable future and contribute to our nation’s legacy.
- Work well, live better - experience a safe, supportive and inclusive environment that values you as a whole person and where wellbeing matters.
- Build their own future - grow and drive your own development to grow your skills. Everyday is an opportunity to grow.
We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.
Material Handler / Excavator Operator in Hexham employer: GFG Alliance
InfraBuild Recycling is an exceptional employer, offering a permanent day shift role at our Hexham site with a strong focus on employee wellbeing and career progression. With competitive pay, comprehensive health cover, and a supportive team environment, we prioritise safety and personal development, ensuring that every day presents an opportunity for growth in a meaningful and rewarding workplace.
