Shovel Driver

Job Title: Shovel Driver

Location: Ruthin

Salary: £28,500 - £30,068 per annum (DOE)

Hours: 4-on 4-off shifts (Days: 06:00-18:00 & Nights: 18:00-06:00)

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Ready to drive change in a sustainable future?

Blazer's Fuels Ltd - part of Newbridge Energy Ltd - is a UK leader in premium wood fuel manufacturing. We're all about green energy, top-quality biomass products, and serious innovation. Our fuels are ENplus®, BSL, Woodsure, and HETAS certified - and made exclusively from 100% virgin British wood residue.

Now, we're looking for a Skilled Shovel Driver to join our high-performing team and help keep our cutting-edge plant running safely, smoothly, and sustainably.

What You'll Be Doing

Operating a JCB excavator, you'll play a key role in our production and logistics team by:

• Moving materials and products safely around the plant
• Loading silos and sorting/blending product
• Managing burner operations and monitoring product quality
• Recording bucket weights and completing documentation
• Handling ash waste and ensuring proper disposal
• Performing daily safety checks and maintaining excellent cab hygiene
• Keeping workspaces clean and hazard-free
• Reporting issues and contributing to continuous improvement

What We're Looking For

To succeed in this role, you'll need:

• A valid Shovel Driver / Rough Terrain Licence (or equivalent)
• At least 1 year's experience operating mobile plant machinery
• Good paperwork and numeracy skills
• A full, clean UK driving licence
• Strong safety awareness and a proactive work ethic
• Desirable (but not essential):
• 5 GCSEs (grades 9-5 / A*-C or equivalent)
• IOSH Working Safely qualification or equivalent

We're looking for someone reliable, self-motivated, and collaborative - with a "can-do" attitude, attention to detail, and a strong desire to get the job done right.

Why Join Us?

It's an exciting time to join Newbridge Energy. We're growing fast, investing in innovation, and building a positive, people-first culture under dynamic new leadership.

Here's what we offer:

• A stable, full-time role in a growing green energy business
• Competitive salary and regular shifts
• A chance to work in a purpose-driven, future-focused company
• Supportive, inclusive environment with development opportunities
• We're an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments - we'd be happy to help.

Ready to Apply?

Click the APPLY button now to submit your CV and cover letter - and start your journey with us at Newbridge Energy.

Please note: We are managing this vacancy directly and are not accepting agency CVs at this time.

Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; Shovel Driver, Loading Shovel Driver, Loading Shovel Operator, Wheel Loading Shovel Operator, Shovel Operator, 360 Excavator Operator, 360 Operator, Digger Driver, Excavator Operator, Front-End Loader Operator, Heavy Equipment Operator, Plant Operator, Machine Driver, Loader Driver, Grab Driver, Yard Operative (Loading Shovel), Material Handler/360 Material Handler, Excavator/Loading Shovel Operator, Shredder & Shovel Operator, Quarry Loader Operator will also be considered for this role.