Machine Operator / Forklift Operator

Day Shift and Night Shift Opportunities

Shift

Working hours

Day shift : 08:00-16:30

Night shift : 16:00-00:30 (finishing the following day)

We are looking for reliable Machine Operatives to support our day and night shift operations. This is a hands-on, physically active role involving machinery operation, vehicle loading and unloading, site housekeeping and production support in a fast-paced working environment.

The successful candidate will have a safety-first attitude, a strong work ethic and the ability to work effectively with colleagues from different cultural and language backgrounds.

Key responsibilities

• Operate site machinery, plant and forklift trucks safely and efficiently.
• Work with other operators and site staff to meet production targets and maintain throughput.
• Complete daily and weekly equipment checks, including refuelling, greasing and lubrication, and report defects or breakdowns promptly.
• Safely and methodically load and unload customer vehicles and secure loads when required.
• Check incoming loads against site licence requirements and permitted waste types.
• Report contamination, non-conforming waste, incidents, near misses and environmental or health and safety hazards immediately to the relevant manager.
• Wear and correctly use all required PPE and safety equipment.
• Keep the yard, warehouse, walkways and emergency exits clean, tidy and unobstructed.
• Take part in required training, including learning to operate additional plant or supporting supervisory duties when needed.
• Carry out other reasonable duties that support safe and efficient site operations.

Essential requirements

• A valid forklift truck licence.
• Physical fitness and stamina for manual handling and heavy lifting.
• Strong attention to detail and a consistent commitment to safe working practices.
• A reliable, proactive approach and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a diverse team.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.

Desirable experience

• Basic mechanical knowledge or experience responding to minor mechanical breakdowns.
• Experience operating plant or machinery in a production, recycling, warehouse or yard environment.

About the opportunity

This role offers varied, practical work in a team-focused environment, with opportunities to develop skills through further plant and operational training.

To apply, submit your CV and confirm whether you are applying for the day shift or night shift.