Mobile Plant Operative
Location: Imerys, St Austell, Cornwall
Hours:
Day & Night shift over 2-week period 7am-7pm & 7pm-7am (alternate weekend working) 11 hour shifts with 1h break. - 1 position
Days only shift, 11 hour shifts with 1h break, 7.00am - 7.00pm (alternative weekend working) - 4 positions
Salary: £25,445.42 with opportunity of pay progression on completion of training competencies plus shift allowances:
Shift allowance (12‑hour days & nights) £6,461.65 per annum
Shift allowance (12‑hour days only): £4,174.82 per annum
A hands-on role with the opportunity to learn new skills and to progress onto other disciplines of Mobile Plant.
What you’ll be doing
As a Mobile Plant Operative you will be responsible for operating a Rigid Dump Truck (days) or Medium Wheeled Loaders (days and nights), ensuring all equipment is operated in a safe and efficient manner, in order to maximise the tonnes moved per shift.
In addition, you’ll
● Ensure that excavation and tipping areas are well maintained, following local site rules and local traffic management plans
● Be operating the equipment at maximum productivity and minimum waiting time
● Carry out equipment safety checks at the beginning of each shift
● Work closely with local Site Supervisors to deal with any issues as they arise
● Keep in close contact with the team using the in-cab radio
What’s in it for you?
Joining a global organisation, you’ll receive an excellent induction from which you’ll benefit from on-the-job training to ensure you are equipped with the knowledge and skills required to do the role. Imerys is a successful business which provides its employees with a positive working environment and a range of workplace benefits including:
● Pension scheme
● Life Assurance
● 19 days holiday a year plus bank holidays
● An excellent reward hub giving you savings and discounts on everyday purchases.
● We are a friendly and close-knit team.
What we are looking for:
We are looking for someone who has preferably worked within a Quarry or Agricultural environment. This is busy, so timekeeping, having a flexible approach and attention to detail is key!
In addition, you’ll have
● You must be able to legally drive in the UK
● Previous experience of operating mobile plant and large machinery
● Effective communication and problem-solving skills
● Ideally hold MPCQ or CPCS accreditation in the specific class of mobile plant – if you don’t have this then training will be provided, to ensure you obtain this qualification
About Us:
Imerys is the world leader in mineral-based specialty solutions for industry, with over 16,000 employees and over 200 sites worldwide we are leaders in 80% of our markets. Imerys delivers high value-added, functional solutions to a diversified set of industrial sectors, from processing industries to consumer goods.
Apply now!
Our people are important to us, our workplaces are diverse and inclusive and whilst maintaining the health, safety and environmental standards on site, for yourself and others around you, we’re an organisation with a wealth of career and development opportunities that allow you to tap into your full potential.
We would like our application process to be accessible to all - if you require an alternative way to apply then please get in touch on 01952 281924.
IMERYS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.
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