Loading Shovel Driver

FEL Operator, Material handling mainly of Biomass material using ATEX IS FEL plant,

12 hour scheduled shift system.

Our client is looking for a plant operative to join their team in South Shields.

Duties will include:

· Loading of Biomass into loading hoppers to supply material to rail loading facility adjacent to Biomass store.

· Loading of Biomass materials into road lorries

· Secondary Loading/movements of Biomass material to/from varying storage areas within the Port boundary

· Support the movements of Biomass material within the main Biomass store.

· Stock management within the main Biomass store, requirement to use push up blades.

· Ensure differing types of materials are separated.

· Ensure all relevant paperwork is completed to support the plant operations and material movements.

· Ensure plant and equipment is always maintained to an operationally safe and clean condition.

· Understanding of Safe Working Procedures.

· Attend any meetings or training sessions as required.

· The ideal candidate will be a good communicator and must have a good understanding of Health & Safety in the workplace.

· The successful candidate will also be required to support secondary roles within the operation - Examples below (training will be provided)

o Internal tipper wagon driving

o Train loading Watchperson

o Biomass material condition monitoring

All candidates will be required to complete a DRUG & ALCOHOL test prior to commencing work.

Knowledge and Skills Required:

· Recognised FEL license (CPCS/NPOR's etc)

· Positive attitude to safety

· Able to communicate well at all levels.

· Flexible approach to work

· A strong team player

· Ability to work independently and on own initiative.

· Good time keeping and willing to work overtime as necessary.

· Able to share knowledge and skills with other Hargreaves personnel.

· Ability to populate, use and keep documented records as part of the role.

Key Competencies:

· Positive attitude to safety

· Able to communicate well at all levels.

· Flexible approach to work

· A strong team player

· Ability to work independently and on own initiative.

· Good time keeping and willing to work overtime as necessary.

· Able to share knowledge and skills with other Hargreaves personnel.

· Ability to populate, use and keep documented records as part of the role.