Machine Operative - Shovel

Machine Operative

Hours:

4 on 4 off 18:00 - 06:00

Keep the site moving. Keep standards high. Work safely as part of the team. At Panda, our sites help customers manage waste safely, responsibly and efficiently.

• Sorting, bulking and preparing waste for offsite disposal
• Baling plastic waste and supporting the preparation of recyclable materials
• Bulking items such as paint tins and aerosols safely and correctly
• Sorting non‑hazardous waste for landfill where required
• Ensuring all waste is stored safely in the correct designated areas
• Loading and offloading vehicles using a forklift
• Assisting drivers with loading and unloading vehicles
• Letting the technical team know when loads need to be booked out of site or skips need to be exchanged
• Fulfilling orders in a timely and efficient manner
• Looking after related plant and equipment
• Accepting deliveries and ensuring they are dealt with correctly
• Supporting general housekeeping across the site
• Following safe systems of work at all times
• Taking care to ensure your activities do not put yourself or others at risk
• Supporting the wider site team with any other reasonable tasks as required

• Previous experience working in a similar site, waste, recycling, warehouse, yard or operational environment would be beneficial
• Full UK driving licence is essential
• Shovel/360 and/or telehandler experience
• Forklift truck licence is desirable
• Reliable, hard‑working and comfortable working in a hands‑on role
• Able to follow instructions and work safely
• Good team player with a practical approach to work
• Comfortable working in a busy operational site environment
• Willing to support different tasks across the site when needed