Experienced Plant Operator

Employer: Rainham Steel

Location: Scunthorpe, Yorkshire and Humberside, GB

Salary: GBP 14.5 - 18.85

Job type: FULL_TIME, Work From Home

Posted: 2026-04-20T00:00:00Z

Sector: Construction & Trades

Job Description

As a result of our continued ongoing growth and expansion, Rainham Steel a leading UK steel stockholder is looking for 16t Forklift, Side loader and Shunters Operators working at our Central Distribution Depot, or one of our two support sites in Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire. Location: Rainham Steel Co Ltd, Scunthorpe, DN15 8XF Salary: Minimum Salary £616.25 to £801.13 per week (From £14.50/h to £18.85/h) depending on experience Hours: 6am - 3.30pm, 42.5 hour per week, Flexibility for paid overtime on Saturdays (time and a half) About Us: Rainham Steel is a leading UK steel stockholder with over 50 years of heritage supplying structural steel and reinforcing products to the construction industry. Experienced Plant Operator - The Role: - Reporting to our Yard Manager - Ensuring Health and Safety procedures are followed at all times - Operating mobile plant such as 16t forklift / sideloaders / shunter vehicles - You will be fully trained in all aspects of the handling and loading of Sectional Steel products - Making sure that jobs meet the required deadline Experienced Plant Operator - The Candidate: - Has good product knowledge of steel sections - Attention to detail and a willingness to learn various skills is crucial - The candidate must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, a strong work ethic, and punctuality - The ideal candidate will thrive under pressure, be enthusiastic, hardworking, and prioritize safety throughout the workday - The candidate will also be flexible to undertake paid overtime when required Willingness and flexibility to adapt to changing business needs and deadlines Experienced Plant Operator - What we offer in return: - A competitive salary - Promotion and career development opportunities including supervisory positions - All training will be provided through our structured training programme - Mentoring and support - 25 days holiday plus bank holidays - Entry into our defined contribution company pension scheme To submit your CV for this exciting Experienced Plant Operator opportunity, please click ‘Apply’ now! Please note we are unable to respond to all applicants and only those invited to interview will be contacted.

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