Plant Machinist / Yard Mechanic

Exciting opportunity for a Plant Machinist / Yard Mechanic

Our client is a well-established waste management provider based in Beccles who are looking for a Plant Machinist/Yard Mechanic to join their team. Our client handles a wide range of waste collection and processing needs with a strong commitment to sustainability, they offer comprehensive recycling and waste management services for both domestic and commercial clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, and repair heavy plant machinery such as shredders, compactors, conveyors, and loading equipment
• Diagnose mechanical faults and carry out preventative maintenance to minimize downtime
• Assist with the safe operation of machinery used in waste processing and recycling
• Ensure all equipment is functioning efficiently to support daily yard operations
• Manufacture components needed for repairs or upgrades to existing machinery
• Adhere to health and safety regulations, ensuring all machinery is operated and maintained in line with company and legal standards
• Keep accurate maintenance records and report any hazards or incidents
• Work closely with site managers, machine operators, and external contractors to coordinate repairs and upgrades
• Provide technical support and training to other team members when needed

Qualifications & Skills

• Extensive experience with plant machinery, such as forklifts, shovels, telehandlers, 360 grabs, shredders
• Health and safety compliance is a must, ideally IOSH qualified as minimum
• Paper trail completion, organised seamless operations
• Previous experience in a similar role within waste management, construction, or heavy industry

LOCATION: Beccles
PAY: £18 per hour
HOURS: 11 hours per day plus 1-hour unpaid break, 5 days per week, occasional weekend and shift work
TERM: Permanent

If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge and contribute to a dynamic team, we want to hear from you! Apply now and be part of a company that values excellence and innovation.

Why work through Hales Group?
All our Consultants are committed and qualified in what they do and have been operating in Lowestoft for many years. We treat candidates as our customers and try to find the right job solution for you.

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