Loading shovel

Loading Shovel Operator

Role Purpose

The Loading Shovel Operator plays a vital role in supporting the site's daily operations by ensuring the safe, efficient, and continuous movement of materials to meet production requirements. The successful candidate will operate a wheeled loading shovel safely and effectively while complying with site permits, company policies, and all Health & Safety procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate a wheeled loading shovel to load, move, and stockpile materials in line with production requirements.
• Maintain a continuous supply of raw materials to the PB and MDF production facilities.
• Carry out stock rotation, ensuring the first material in is the first material out (FIFO).
• Complete daily pre-start inspections and basic maintenance checks, reporting any defects promptly.
• Keep the loading shovel clean, fuelled, and in good working condition.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping across operational areas.
• Ensure all work is carried out safely, following site rules, risk assessments, and safe systems of work.
• Remain vigilant to potential hazards and proactively contribute to maintaining a safe working environment for colleagues, contractors, and visitors.
• Conduct visual inspections of incoming materials where required and report any non-conforming loads to site management.
• Communicate effectively with production teams and site management to ensure efficient material flow.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to improve safety, efficiency, and operational performance.
• Assist with other site operational duties as required to support the wider team.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Previous experience operating a wheeled loading shovel in an industrial, recycling, quarrying, or manufacturing environment.
• Valid mobile plant operator certificate for a wheeled loading shovel.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Strong awareness of Health & Safety and safe operating practices.
• Ability to carry out daily machine inspections and identify defects.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable with excellent timekeeping.
• Strong work ethic and self-motivated approach.
• Practical problem-solving skills.
• Flexible approach to working hours and operational requirements.

Desirable

• Experience within a manufacturing, timber, recycling, or waste environment.
• 360 material handler (grab) certificate.
• Experience using weighbridge or stock management systems.
• Basic mechanical knowledge for routine equipment care.

Ths role would suit anyone with the folowing experinece :

Loading shovel / Bucket Loader / Bucket Loading / Loading Bucket / Loading Shovel / Shovel Driver / Shovel Operative / Shovel Operator / Loader Operator / Loader Operative / Loader Driver / Wheeled Loader / Wheel Loader