Loading Shovel Operator
| Posting date: | 10 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £13.38 to £13.76 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | weekly pay |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 July 2025 |
| Location: | IG8 |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Smart Solutions (Recruitment) Limited |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | chigwell |
Summary
We are looking for an experienced Loading Shovel Operator to work at a fast-paced waste recycling centre in Chigwell, IG8. This role involves operating a loading shovel to manage bulk materials, load hoppers, and maintain site efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
• Operate a loading shovel to move and load waste and recyclable materials
• Follow site health & safety procedures at all times
• Operating loading shovel and JCB telescopic handler 550-80
• Operating Mobile plant safely
• Prestart checks / defect reporting
• Loading arctic vehicles with shovel
• Pushing waste in to heaps from the shed receiving walls
• Follow company procedures
• Exchanging full bins for empty bins with telescopic handler
• Use of various attachments on Jcb telescopic handler such as bin compactor, hook attachment and forks
• Maintaining mobile plant IE greasing / cleaning
Essential Requirements:
• Valid CPCS or ACOP card for Loading Shovel operation
• Experience on at least one of the following machines
• Loading shovel or JCB Telescopic handler
• Previous experience working in a recycling, waste management, or similar heavy plant environment
• Willingness and ability to work 5 days a week including weekends
• Reliable, safety-conscious, and capable of working with minimal supervision
Working Environment:
• Outdoor and indoor work, exposed to waste materials, dust, and noise
• Full PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) provided
• Fast-paced and physically active role
ongoing work, full time
Apply or contact Robert 07972252620
Pay: £13.38.00 - £13.76 per hour, weekly pay
Benefits:
• Free parking
• On-site parking
Schedule:
• Day shift
• Monday to Sunday, 42.5 hours a week, 5 days a week
Work Location: In person
Key Responsibilities:
• Operate a loading shovel to move and load waste and recyclable materials
• Follow site health & safety procedures at all times
• Operating loading shovel and JCB telescopic handler 550-80
• Operating Mobile plant safely
• Prestart checks / defect reporting
• Loading arctic vehicles with shovel
• Pushing waste in to heaps from the shed receiving walls
• Follow company procedures
• Exchanging full bins for empty bins with telescopic handler
• Use of various attachments on Jcb telescopic handler such as bin compactor, hook attachment and forks
• Maintaining mobile plant IE greasing / cleaning
Essential Requirements:
• Valid CPCS or ACOP card for Loading Shovel operation
• Experience on at least one of the following machines
• Loading shovel or JCB Telescopic handler
• Previous experience working in a recycling, waste management, or similar heavy plant environment
• Willingness and ability to work 5 days a week including weekends
• Reliable, safety-conscious, and capable of working with minimal supervision
Working Environment:
• Outdoor and indoor work, exposed to waste materials, dust, and noise
• Full PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) provided
• Fast-paced and physically active role
ongoing work, full time
Apply or contact Robert 07972252620
Pay: £13.38.00 - £13.76 per hour, weekly pay
Benefits:
• Free parking
• On-site parking
Schedule:
• Day shift
• Monday to Sunday, 42.5 hours a week, 5 days a week
Work Location: In person