Loading Shovel Operator

Description:

Do you have experience using a Loading Shovel? Do you consider yourself to be an asset to a busy team? Are you based in or around Plymouth?

We have a temporary Loading Shovel Operator role available within Aggregate Industries in Lee Moor, Plymouth. This role is ideal for someone who holds experience using a wide range of machinery to process a variety of aggregates.

Role: Loading Shovel Operator
Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday
Hours: 06:30am - 16:30am (with potential of OT)
Duration: 4 weeks
Salary: £20-24ph (depending on experience)

Aggregate Industries a leading manufacturer and supplier of concrete and aggregate. As a Loading Shovel Operator reporting to our Site Manager, you'll join our operational team to help run the quarry and process plant safely and efficiently.You will undertake a range of tasks within the operation from loading the processing equipment to loading lorries.

The ideal candidate will be looking to learn all aspects of the operation and have a keen interest in developing a career with us. This opportunity would suit a candidate looking to progress within an expanding business in a dynamic and exciting role.

Responsibilities

Operation of mobile plant (Loading Shovel, Articulated Dump Truck) safely and efficiently carrying out daily safety checks
Operation of fixed production plant
Dispatching and controlling the quality of product
Maintaining a high standard of housekeeping keeping areas clean, tidy and hazard free
Deal with all daily issues professionally and liaise with site management on a regular basis
To carry out the daily plant inspections and where a problem exists notify management immediately
Be responsible for the plant assets that are entrusted to you i.e. materials, plant buildings, and equipment and stores used therein and efficient employment of them.
To contribute the effective and efficient operation of all plant operations from the primary stockpile on-wards
To react promptly and effectively to site breakdowns by liaising with maintenance and assisting where needed.
To monitor and ensure that all production data, plant stoppages, breakdowns, and logs are documented correctly.
To inspect, carry out and ensure that plant routines are regularly adhered to and that the cleanliness of the plant mechanism, plant area, adjacent buildings, and equipment are at all times properly and regularly inspected, cleaned in accordance with site instructions.
To carry out other reasonable tasks within the scope of your operation and abilities as and when required.Person Specification

A highly motivated individual with drive and enthusiasm
Ability to work as part of a 24 hour, 7 day a week operation as required.
We are looking for a highly motivated General Operative with drive and enthusiasm to work as part of a team, being part of a 24 hour, 7 day a week operation.
Excellent communication and team working skills
Good organisational skills
Ability to work to deadline
Previous experience within a similar industryWhy Aggregate Industries?
About Aggregate Industries: We're at the front line of the construction and infrastructure industries, producing and supplying an array of construction materials. With over 270 sites and more than 3,900 dedicated employees, we're home to everything from aggregates, asphalt, ready-mixed concrete and precast concrete products. On top of that, we produce, import and supply construction materials, export aggregates and offer national road surfacing and contracting services. We're also a proud member of LafargeHolcim, which is the leading global building materials and solutions company with around 90,000 employees in over 80 countries. It holds leading positions in all regions with a balanced portfolio of developing and mature markets.

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