Shift Support Operative

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Shift Support Operative

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an individual to join the Operations and Maintenance team at Lancashire Renewables Ltd. working on a 5-shift system at our Thornton facility.

What you’ll be doing

The role of a Shift Support Operative at Lancashire Renewables Limited involves providing essential, flexible support across a range of operational functions to ensure the smooth and continuous running of the company's activities. Working in line with company policies and strict safety and environmental standards, the operative will contribute to the efficient and compliant delivery of services, adapting readily to meet changing business needs.

Key responsibilities include supporting health, safety, and environmental compliance; assisting with waste processing and SCADA system monitoring; recording downtime; and supporting weighbridge activities. The role also involves maintaining site security, performing cleaning duties, attending meetings and training, and keeping accurate operational records.

Overall, the Shift Support Operative plays a vital role in supporting the day-to-day functionality and safety of the facility.

Key Responsibilities

- Operate the weighbridge, accurately recording vehicle movements and waste transactions entering and leaving the site.

- Coordinate vehicle arrivals, product deliveries, driver inductions and site access for contractors, hauliers and visitors.

- Act as a key point of contact for site enquiries, liaising with operational teams and external stakeholders to support smooth daily operations.

- Maintain accurate operational records, including waste transfer documentation and system downtime logs.

- Support site safety and security by following procedures, reporting hazards and assisting with emergency response activities when required.

- Provide general operational support, including housekeeping and cleaning duties, to help maintain a safe, compliant and efficient site.

- Work collaboratively with colleagues and contractors to ensure the effective day-to-day running of the facility.

What you will bring

Essential Skills and Knowledge

- Accuracy and attention to detail.

- Strong coordination skills.

- Good communication skills including use of radio communications.

- PC and IT Literate.

- Good organisational abilities.

- Strong teamwork and communication skills.

The following skills and knowledge are desirable, however successful candidates will be supported through role-specific training and must be willing to undertake any training required for the role:

- Weighbridge operations and municipal waste handling.

- SCADA monitoring.

- Security duties.

- Industrial cleaning.

- NPORS Mobile Fleet Certification (FLT).

- MEWP and Working at Height.

What we offer you

- Competitive salary.

- Company contributory pension scheme matched up to 5%.

- Death in Service cover – 4x Salary.

- Free on-site car parking.

- Company sick pay scheme– up to 26 weeks dependent on length of service.

- Cycle to work scheme.

- Role-specific training.

- Benefits portal including lifestyle savings.

- Wellbeing support for mental health.

- All required PPE and other relevant equipment supplied.

Who are we?

Lancashire Renewables Ltd was established for the operation and management of the two waste treatment facilities built for the Lancashire Waste Contract.

Our two facilities in Thornton and Leyland are manned 365 days a year. Both sites can process over 5,000 tonnes of residual (black bin bag) waste per week and divert 95% of this material away from landfill.

Our aim is to achieve a sustainable future for Lancashire by providing services to process biodegradable and non-biodegradable household waste and our people are vital in helping us achieve this.

Our employees work in a variety of operations, maintenance, logistics and support roles across our two sites in Leyland and Thornton, actively encouraging internal growth through development and training programmes.

We are dedicated to providing a positive, supportive work environment with a strong focus on the health, safety, and wellbeing of all our employees.

We are an equal opportunity employer:

Diversity and inclusion are important to us at Lancashire Renewables, and we encourage a culture where everyone can be themselves at work. We value and actively seek out a richly diverse range of talent and our policies ensure that every job application and employee is treated fairly, with equal opportunity to succeed.

Candidates should apply with an up-to-date CV by Wednesday 28th October 2026.

Please note that the advert may be closed early if we receive sufficient applications.

For Enquiries: careers@lancashirerenewables.co.uk

All roles are subject to the following:

- Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

- Satisfactory completion of a Company medical which includes testing for drugs and alcohol. The Company operates a zero-tolerance policy regarding the taking or being under the influence of drugs or alcohol whilst on duty and carry out periodic random tests.