Mobile Plant / Crusher Operator

Who are we?

Smiths (Gloucester) Ltd is a family run business owned and run by the Smith family since 1982. Smiths has grown from a single owner-operated plant hire company to a multifaceted group with family values still firmly at the heart of each project undertaken. With depots in Avonmouth, Cardiff, Gloucester, Stonehouse and Tewkesbury we operate predominately across the South-West of England. We specialise in Construction, Waste Management, Plant Hire, Demolition and Transport operations.

We are committed to excellence and are looking for a skilled Mobile Crusher Operator to join our team.

Hours: Minimum 42.5 hours per week - Between the core hours of 6.00am and 6.00pm.

Salary range: £14 - £16 per hour dependent on experience

Responsibilities for the job role:

• Travel to various locations throughout the country to operate and oversee the operation of crushing and screening plant, as individual pieces or part of a system.
• Timely arrival on site to ensure the plant is operational for the agreed start time.
• Complete the necessary paperwork as covered by Work Instruction.
• Monitor production rates and ensure the quality of materials.
• Observe and operate the plant / system in a correct and safe manner.
• Driving any plant and equipment as directed by the employer or third party
• Conduct routine inspections on equipment to include washing, greasing, and general preventative maintenance of any plant and equipment.

What can we offer you?

• Life Assurance Scheme
• Free on-site Parking
• Corporate gym membership discount
• Annual Salary Review 
• Employee discount (50% on Skip Hire, other discounts on group services)
• Boot allowance
• Paid breaks
• Progression opportunities
• 24 hour unlimited access to mental health support

What are our core values?

If these values align with yours you are in the right place!

Honesty - We believe that honesty in all matters is the best policy.

Family values - We operate as a family unit with high moral standards, discipline and respect.

Hardworking - We are certain that nothing is impossible if you work hard enough at it.

Reliability - We pride ourselves on not letting people down and being true to our word.

Environmental sustainability - We aim to minimise the impact that our company has on the environment by reducing emissions and waste, and recycling a large proportion of our waste (90% plus). We truly believe in a greener future for generations to come.

Please apply if you are interested in this role and we will come back to you.