Bagging Plant Operative in Newport

We are looking for somebody to be part of the Bagging operation at Severn Sands including operating various mobile plant primarily counterbalance Forklift Trucks, working on Bagging and packing systems & various plant and equipment as part of a team.

You will be responsible for operating plant primarily operating a Forklift, but also as an operative within the Bagging operation to operate the bagging process which will also include housekeeping and basic maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating one the 5 Site Forklifts - Forklift licence >5T Red or Blue card essential
• Providing assistance to the bagging team operating Bagging lines with general housekeeping duties
• Providing support to the Bagging Supervisor
• Operating site machinery including Loading shovels, Forklifts, MEWP'S & Mini Diggers (Subject to licences)
• Carrying out safety inspections of the site
• Complying with relevant work instructions as indicated by the Site Management team
• Carry our pre start and planned preventative inspections of machinery ( including use of Assure & Check-proof)- Training will be provided
• Maintain records as required
• Ensure Safety of people, equipment, plant and vehicles, flagging up any issues to the Site Manager
• Lead by example at all times & challenge all unsafe behaviours and conditions encountered, flagging up to management to be recorded
• You must adhere to all Company Policies & Procedures.
• Be a brand ambassador for Breedon in the Southwest region
• Be versatile and adaptable, be prepared to work overtime and work out of hours for operational and maintenance tasks

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• A Forklift Licence - Is essential
• A FLT NVQ / MP Skills Card is preferred but not mandatory
• A Loading Shovel / Skid Steer & Telehandler licence is desirable
• Weighbridge experience is desired but not essential
• Previous experience of working in the Building products sector would be desirable
• A mechanical background would be advantageous
• The ability to work within a team environment is essential
• Being able to detect and solve problems is a great strength to have for this role

Job Benefits

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Holiday Buy Scheme
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Volunteer Scheme
• Share Save Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity, Adoption & Paternity Scheme
• Health & Wellbeing Programme
• Discount Scheme
• Digital GP
• Broad learning opportunities, training and career progression pathways