At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate loading shovels, manage stockpiles, and ensure site safety.
- Company: Join Holcim, a leader in the construction industry.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, paid holidays, and exclusive discounts.
- Other info: Flexible shift patterns and a supportive team throughout your journey.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience in a dynamic environment with potential for permanent roles.
- Qualifications: Must have a valid loading shovel licence and 2+ years of experience.
The predicted salary is between 17.1 - 20.9 £ per hour.
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.
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 skills
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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