Plant Operator

Plant Operator
Location: On-site, Dagenham
Salary: £37,000 – £38,000 per year
Hours: 07:00 – 17:00, Monday to Friday

Benefits:

• Competitive salary of £37k-£38k

• Monday to Friday, 07:00-17:00 – no nights or weekends

• On-site role in Dagenham with structured hours

About the Role

We are recruiting for a leading materials handling and recycling business seeking an experienced Plant Operator to join their busy site. You will be a key part of the team, responsible for operating a range of machinery to safely move and manage materials, maintain stockpiles, load vehicles, and ensure yard operations run efficiently and safely.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys hands-on machinery operation, and wants to be part of a proactive, safety-focused team.

*Essential*

• Experience working for a UK Based Waste Management Company

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out pre-start checks on fixed and mobile plant, ensuring all equipment is safe

• Operate plant machinery in a controlled, safe, and cost-effective manner

• Reduce contamination – stockpile effectively

• Carry out routine maintenance

• Minimise waste and report any defects

• Load vehicles safely and move stock according to yard plans

• Keep yard clean

• Work collaboratively to ensure quality output and meet target volumes

• Act as a role model for Health & Safety, contributing to a safe and proactive working culture

• Take pride in all work completed and demonstrate determination to succeed

What We’re Looking For

• Experience operating plant machinery safely and efficiently

• Strong understanding of Health & Safety requirements on-site

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Commitment to maintaining high standards and continuous improvement

• Positive, proactive attitude and a willingness to learn