Material Handler/Machine Operator

As Material Handler/Machine Operator you will operate a range of site machinery and equipment, including: Primarily 360 Material Handler, Telehandlers, forklifts, loading shovels, mobile shear and vibrating screen.

£15-£20ph (Experience Dependant)

THE ROLE:

1. Daily Checks

o Conduct pre-use inspections of plant and equipment at the start of each shift.

o Identify, report and log any defects or faults immediately.

o Ensure that all defective items are taken out of service and issues are addressed without delay.

o Complete relevant documentation

2. Safe & Compliant Operation of Machinery

o Operate plant and equipment in accordance with site rules, training, manufacturer instructions, and standard operating procedures.

o Ensure that loading, movement and tipping of recyclable materials are carried out in a controlled, efficient and safe manner.

3. Stockpile & Yard Management

o Construct and maintain scrap material stockpiles in a safe, stable, and legally compliant manner ensuring compliance with all site permits and waste handling regulations.

o Prevent the risk of stockpile collapse, runoff or material spillage beyond designated boundaries.

o Use a trained banksman when required to assist with manoeuvring plant and material Particularly in confined or high traffic areas.

o Maintain clear working areas around stockpiles to prevent hazards.

4. Certification of Compliance

o Ensure all required licences and certifications for operating are valid and up to date.

5. Site and Off-site Operations

o You will be required to work across both on-site and off-site operations, including support for projects both loading and other remote activities.

6. Incident and Accident Reporting

o Report all incidents, accidents, and near misses to the site manager.

o Assist with any subsequent investigation or corrective actions.

Other duties include:

o Follow all health & safety procedures including Life Saving Golden Rules, Risk Assessments & Standard Operating Procedures.

o Identify hazards report unsafe behaviours & conditions. Take preventive action to continuously reduce risks at the workplace.

o Attend and participate in meetings, toolbox talks.

o Participate to hazard identification & risk assessments related to your job/task.

o Understand all necessary risks & controls attaining to your activities, rigorously apply for scene controls & all check their presence & effectiveness.

o Continuously scan hazards risks report unsafe behaviours & conditions & take preventive actions providing your own safety is not compromised.

o Use your stop the job if unsafe conditions or behaviours are encountered (example a forcing critical control is missing or ineffective).

o Participate in health & safety activities & contribute to a clean & safe workplace

o Visitors must receive a site visitors orientation, including but not limited to PPE & emergency information & must be escorted while on site.

o Undertake mandatory & other training with regard to the changing requirements of the role.

o Communicate roles, expectations & accountabilities initially, at new assignments & on a regular basis.

o Take personal responsibility of PPE issued

What we’re looking for:

* Experience within the Metal recycling/ Recycling industry.

* Experience as a machine operator within a plant environment

Ref: J9753
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed