Machine Operator/Excavator Operator
Listed on 2026-09-14
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Manufacturing / Production
Machine Operator, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations
Job Title:
Machine Operator
Location:
Ruthin
Salary: GBP
29,355 : GBP
31,571 per annum (DOE)
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Hours:
4:on 4:off shifts (Days: 06:00:18:00 and Nights: 18:00:06:00)
Ready to drive change in a sustainable future?
Blazers Fuels Ltd, part of Newbridge Energy Ltd, is a UK leader in premium wood fuel manufacturing. Were all about green energy, top:quality biomass products, and serious innovation. Our fuels are ENplus(R), BSL, Woodsure, and HETAS certified, and made exclusively from 100 virgin British wood residue.
Now, were looking for a Skilled Shovel Driver to join our high:performing team and help keep our cutting:edge plant running safely, smoothly, and sustainably.
AboutThe Role
- Operating a JCB excavator, youll play a key role in our production and logistics team by:
- Moving materials and products safely around the plant
- Loading silos and sorting/blending product
- Managing burner operations and monitoring product quality
- Recording bucket weights and completing documentation
- Handling ash waste and ensuring proper disposal
- Performing daily safety checks and maintaining excellent cab hygiene
- Keeping work spaces clean and hazard:free
- Reporting issues and contributing to continuous improvement
About you:
- A valid Shovel Driver / Rough Terrain Licence (or equivalent)
- At least 1 years experience operating mobile plant machinery
- Good paperwork and numeracy skills
- A full, clean UK driving licence
- Strong safety awareness and a proactive work ethic
- 5 GCSEs (grades 9:5 / A*:C or equivalent)
- IOSH Working Safely qualification or equivalent
Its an exciting time to join Newbridge Energy. Were growing fast, investing in innovation, and building a positive, people:first culture, and if thats not enough we also provide:
- A stable, full:time role in a growing green energy business
- Competitive salary and regular shifts
- A chance to work in a purpose:driven, future:focused company
- Supportive, inclusive environment with development opportunities
We're an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments : wed be happy to help.
Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of;
Machine Operator, Plant Operator, Shovel Loader Operator, 360 Plant Operative, Manufacturing Operative, Manufacturing Engineer, Junior Production Operative, Production Technician, Junior Service Engineer, Graduate Mechanical Engineer, Production Machine Operator, Die Cutting Operator may also be considered for this role.
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