Energy & utilities occupations Work, Jobs in Humber, Dev (with Salaries)

Operative Level 3 - Transfer Station (Plant Operator)
SWISCo Ltd —Paignton
- £26,403 - £28,142 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Heavy lifting
- Maintenance
- Forklift
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Annual leave
Quick apply
11d
Site Operator (Loading Shovel Operative)
Brooke Energy Engineering Ltd —Exeter
- £14.75 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- Driving
- In-person
- Free parking
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Operative Level 3 – Transfer Station (Material Sampler & Weighbridge Operator)
SWISCo Ltd —Paignton
- £26,403 - £28,142 a year
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- In-person
- Mechanical knowledge
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Annual leave
Quick apply
11d
Recycling Operative / Labourer
Rainbow Skips & Recycling Ltd —Torquay
- Temporary
- Heavy lifting
- In-person
- Mechanical knowledge
- Employee discount
Quick apply
Regional Operations Leakage Manager
South West Water —Exeter
- Leadership
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
13d
Operations Technician
Brooke Energy Engineering Ltd —Exeter
- £37,500 a year
- 12 hour shift
- Maintenance
- Forklift
- Microsoft Office
- Free parking
Quick apply
1d
Regional Controller
South West Water —Exeter
- £32,917 a year
- IT
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
8d
Refuse Loader
Mid-Devon District Council —Willand
- £25,583 - £25,989 a year
- Full-time
- Free parking
- Paid training
Team Leader – Transfer Station (HGV Class 2 Required)
SWISCo Ltd —Paignton
- £34,094 - £37,226 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Supervising experience
- Organisational skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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Head of Leakage
South West Water —Exeter
- Analysis skills
- Travel
- Computer networking
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
13d
Night Operator - Gorst (Exeter)
ENGIE —Exeter
- Weekend availability
- Maintenance
- IT
- In-person
Control Room Technician
South West Water —Exeter
- £32,873 a year
- Rotating shift
- Analysis skills
- Communication skills
8d
Site Operative
SUEZ —Sidmouth
- £12.81 an hour
- Overtime
Loader
SUEZ —Exeter
- £12.81 an hour
- Full-time
- Communication skills

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Operative Level 3 - Transfer Station (Plant Operator)

SWISCo Ltd -
Paignton

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Job details

Permanent
£26,403 - £28,142 a year
11 days ago

Benefits

Health & wellbeing programme
Cycle to work scheme
Annual leave
Employee assistance programme
Employee discount
On-site parking

Qualifications

Driving Licence
Heavy lifting
Maintenance
Forklift
Mechanical knowledge

Full job description

Work locally. Make a difference. Build a long-term career.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Operative Level 3 (Plant Operator) to join our Waste Disposal Team at the Waste Transfer Station. If you are a motivated, hands-on individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced operational environment, this is your opportunity to play an important role in keeping Torbay clean and running efficiently.

Why join SWISCo?

Job security within a growing organisation
Meaningful work supporting the local community
Opportunities for development and progression
Be part of a supportive, team-focused environment
26 days annual leave, increasing with service
Bank holiday entitlement
Employee benefits & wellbeing support
Employee Assistance Programme

Employment details

· Salary: £26,403 - £28,142

· Job type: Permanent

· Hours: Fulltime, 37 hours per week

· Working hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 - 16:00

About the role

As an Operative Level 3, you will:

Operate a range of plant and machinery within the transfer station
Support the safe and efficient processing of waste and recycling
Assist with the day-to-day operations across the site
Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation, and safety
Work flexibly to respond to the demands of a busy operational environment

You will play a key role as part of Team SWISCo, ensuring waste collected across Torbay is managed effectively and prepared for onward transport.

Key responsibilities

Operating plant and machinery, such as forklifts, loading shovel and telehandlers to load and unload recycling and waste
Keeping the transfer station, equipment and plant clean and tidy
Assisting customers in disposing of recycling and waste in the correct areas
Undertaking preventative maintenance tasks

What we are looking for

Essential

Skills and Effectiveness

Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, to include those from other teams and service areas.
Ability to meet targets and respond to operational demand, including conflicting priorities
Ability to follow direction and work in an inclusive manner

Knowledge

Effective knowledge of Health & Safety processes

· Effective knowledge of how to operate plant and machinery such as forklift truck, loading shovel and material handler.

Experience

Able to demonstrate and in-still trust to staff members at all levels, clients/customers, and the general public.
Previous experience of operating plant and machinery such as forklift truck loading shovel and material handler

Qualifications

· Hold relevant plant and/or machinery operator licence, such as loading shovel and material handler

Full UK Driving Licence

About SWISCo

SWISCo delivers key services across Torbay, including:

Waste & Recycling
Highways
Parks & Grounds Maintenance
Streetscene & Environmental Services

We are proud to make Torbay the best place to live, work and play, and we are committed to delivering outstanding services while supporting and developing our people.

How to apply

To apply or find out more:
Visit: www.swisco.co.uk – Work for Us
Or email: [email protected]

Closing date: Friday, 17 July 2026 at 5pm

Important information

Applicants will be shortlisted based on meeting the essential criteria.

SWISCo is a limited company wholly owned by, and providing services on behalf of, Torbay Council.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: £26,403.00-£28,142.00 per year

Benefits:

Cycle to work scheme
Employee discount
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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Operative Level 3 – Transfer Station (Material Sampler & Weighbridge Operator)

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Operations Technician

Regional Controller

Refuse Loader

Team Leader – Transfer Station (HGV Class 2 Required)

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