Plant Operator (Night Shift)

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Job Title: Plant Operative (Nightshift)

Location: Caythorpe, Lincolnshire

Salary: £14.50 per hour

Hours: 47.5 hours per week, with overtime available

Contract: Permanent

We are looking for a reliable Plant Operative to join a busy recycling facility in Caythorpe, Lincolnshire.

This is a hands-on role supporting the safe and efficient running of the site. You will sort recyclable materials, operate machinery and help maintain a clean, organised working environment.

Training will be provided on the baler, Cross Wrap machinery and site vehicles, making this an opportunity for someone with a practical approach who is willing to learn new skills.

Important to Know

Location: Caythorpe, Lincolnshire.

Pay: £14.50 per hour.

Hours: 47.5 hours per week.

Overtime: Additional hours are available at an overtime rate.

Shift: Nightshift. Exact shift times should be confirmed before applying.

Contract: Permanent.

Training: Training will be provided on relevant machinery and site vehicles.

Experience: Previous recycling or plant operation experience may be beneficial, but a willingness to learn is essential.

Key Responsibilities

Sort recyclable materials to support effective material recovery.

Operate baler and Cross Wrap machinery following training.

Undertake training to operate site vehicles and plant machinery.

Carry out routine machine checks and care.

Maintain site hygiene and keep the yard clean and organised.

Follow risk assessments, work procedures and safe systems of work.

Maintain good housekeeping and wash down machinery at the end of each shift.

Communicate effectively with colleagues and support other site duties as required.

About You

To be successful in this role, you should:

Have a practical, hands-on approach to work.

Be willing to learn how to operate machinery and site vehicles.

Take safety seriously and follow site procedures.

Be comfortable working in a recycling and waste-handling environment.

Maintain high standards of cleanliness and housekeeping.

Have good communication skills and work effectively as part of a team.

Be reliable and able to commit to the nightshift working pattern.