Machine Driver/ Operative
| Posting date: | 08 June 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £28298.27-28298.27 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 June 2026 |
| Location: | Sandwell, B69 2BP |
| Company: | Serco Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 310063-44231211 |
Summary
Serco Limited
Location: Oldbury, B69 2BP
Salary: £28,298.27 per annum + excellent benefits
Contract Type: Permanent
Working hours: 37 per week, Monday to Thursday 09:15 to 17:15 Friday 09:30 to 17:00/ Monday to Thursday 06:00 to 14:00 Friday 06:00 to 13:30 to alternate each week.
Ready to make an impact?
As a Machine Driver/Operative in our Sandwell team you'll manage the acceptance of waste, control the traffic flow around site and load waste onto artic lorries using shovel loaders in a safe and timely manner.
You’ll be entrusted to:
To carry out the loading of all waste materials in and out of the site
To assist with the traffic direction and efficient movement of vehicles on site whilst ensuring a safe working environment
Responsible for the daily inspection, general maintenance and reporting procedure – of all plant and vehicles prior to and on completion of usage
To understand Serco Contractual requirements
- of refuse & recycling.Responsible for the cleanliness of the Eagle Recovery and Transfer Hub site – the building, plant, equipment, vehicle wash and general site area
Does this sound like you?
You’ll be a great fit for this role if you are...
Hold a valid driving licence
Experience around Plant, Machinery and within a transfer station is desirable
Physically fit and healthy due to the nature of the business
Prepared to go on call out of hours for the site on a rota
Self-motivated
Willingness to undertake further training
Discover all you need to keep growing
Here you’ll be part of a highly supportive culture with leaders you can count on to help you achieve your goals. From mentoring and training to our focus on internal progression, we’re proud to offer clear development opportunities – and the support and tools to help you seize them.
Because this is a place for you
Our people are integral to everything we do. That’s why our benefits are designed to put you first:
Holidays: 25 days
Pension: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
Training and development: A wide range of learning opportunities with over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression.
Health and wellbeing: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, Bupa Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, Simplyhealth cash plans to claim back money towards healthcare costs, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres.
Discounts: Save across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel.
Employee networks: Dedicated networks where colleagues can come together to find support, share challenges, discuss ideas, network and be part of a community.
Charity: Support a charity or organisation with a paid volunteering day each year. You can also choose to donate to your favourite charity tax-free, through our Payroll Giving Scheme.
Location: Oldbury, B69 2BP
Salary: £28,298.27 per annum + excellent benefits
Contract Type: Permanent
Working hours: 37 per week, Monday to Thursday 09:15 to 17:15 Friday 09:30 to 17:00/ Monday to Thursday 06:00 to 14:00 Friday 06:00 to 13:30 to alternate each week.
Ready to make an impact?
As a Machine Driver/Operative in our Sandwell team you'll manage the acceptance of waste, control the traffic flow around site and load waste onto artic lorries using shovel loaders in a safe and timely manner.
You’ll be entrusted to:
To carry out the loading of all waste materials in and out of the site
To assist with the traffic direction and efficient movement of vehicles on site whilst ensuring a safe working environment
Responsible for the daily inspection, general maintenance and reporting procedure – of all plant and vehicles prior to and on completion of usage
To understand Serco Contractual requirements
- of refuse & recycling.Responsible for the cleanliness of the Eagle Recovery and Transfer Hub site – the building, plant, equipment, vehicle wash and general site area
Does this sound like you?
You’ll be a great fit for this role if you are...
Hold a valid driving licence
Experience around Plant, Machinery and within a transfer station is desirable
Physically fit and healthy due to the nature of the business
Prepared to go on call out of hours for the site on a rota
Self-motivated
Willingness to undertake further training
Discover all you need to keep growing
Here you’ll be part of a highly supportive culture with leaders you can count on to help you achieve your goals. From mentoring and training to our focus on internal progression, we’re proud to offer clear development opportunities – and the support and tools to help you seize them.
Because this is a place for you
Our people are integral to everything we do. That’s why our benefits are designed to put you first:
Holidays: 25 days
Pension: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
Training and development: A wide range of learning opportunities with over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression.
Health and wellbeing: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, Bupa Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, Simplyhealth cash plans to claim back money towards healthcare costs, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres.
Discounts: Save across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel.
Employee networks: Dedicated networks where colleagues can come together to find support, share challenges, discuss ideas, network and be part of a community.
Charity: Support a charity or organisation with a paid volunteering day each year. You can also choose to donate to your favourite charity tax-free, through our Payroll Giving Scheme.
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