PLANT OPERATOR
About L&S
L&S is one of the leading independent waste management companies in Southern England because of our industry knowledge and experience, as well as our commitment to providing quality services.
The Role of Plant Operator
We are looking to recruit an experienced Plant Operator at our Southampton site, who is skilled and competent at operating a Wheeled Loading Shovel and/or a tracked 360 Excavator.
Working within a small team, you will be expected to provide effective operational support whilst operating the plant on site in a safe and efficient manner.
The role of Plant Operator involves:
- undertaking daily checks and completing the plant checklists
- greasing the plant on a regular basis
- keeping the plant clean and tidy
- reporting any defects or problems to management for action
- sorting and segregating the waste material
- loading vehicles using the loading shovel
- keeping the working area clear, safe and as tidy as practicably possible
- conducting maintenance, fault-finding, and minor repairs to the plant
- complying with site rules, health and safety regulations, and adhering to safe systems of work
- reporting any accidents, incidents, unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, or near misses.
The Ideal Plant Operator
- Reliable, flexible and adaptable
- Hardworking and conscientious
- A good communicator and team player
- Positive, motivated, and pro-active
- Good knowledge and understanding of health and safety
Reward
- £14.66 hourly rate
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, which increases to 27 days plus bank holidays after 5 years service, and to 30 days plus bank holidays after 10 years service
Benefits
- Modern plant
- Workplace pension scheme
- Death in Service Life Cover after 1 year’s service
- Health Surveillance (hearing, lung function, and skin tests) and annual flu vaccination on site
- Free uniform
- Free parking
Hours
Hours are between 7.00 am to 6.00 pm Monday to Friday and alternate Saturdays from 7.00 am to 12.30 pm.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £14.66 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free flu jabs
- On-site parking
Experience:
- Plant Operator: 1 year (required)
Language:
Work Location: In person
