Job Title: Machine Operative Location: Knaresborough, HG5 0SD Industry: Waste Plant Pay Rate: £14.74 per hour Working Hours: Monday - Friday (Overtime available) Rotating Shifts: 6am-2pm or 2pm-10pm Contract: Initial 3 months Start Date: ASAPPlease Note: Candidates must hold valid Loading Shovel, Telehandler, and 360 Excavator tickets. Main Purpose: As a Tipping Hall Operative, you will support the day-to-day operations of the Tipping Hall and Incinerator Bottom Ash (IBA) Hall. You will operate a variety of machinery to ensure efficient handling and processing of waste, while adhering to the highest health and safety standards. Responsibilities: Operate machinery, including loading shovels, telehandlers, mobile shredders, and 360 excavators. Ensure the highest standards of health and safety are upheld during plant operations. Manage and maintain the IBA bunker, including loading wagons with IBA. Perform waste inspections, identifying and reporting any non-conforming waste. Maintain housekeeping standards across the facility. Communicate effectively using two-way radios. Monitor and maintain Safe Systems of Work (SSOW) to ensure adherence to operational and business safety rules. Promptly report any health, safety, or environmental issues. Key Relationships: Internal: Operations Team Site Team Leads (STLs) Maintenance Team Weighbridge TeamExternal: 3rd Party Contractors 3rd Party HauliersReporting to: Mechanical Treatment/Site Lead Person Requirements: Qualifications: Valid Loading Shovel ticket Valid Telehandler ticket Valid 360 Excavator ticketSkills: Strong communication skills, both verbal and via two-way radio. Ability to understand and maintain machinery. Decision-making within defined authority.Experience: Prior experience in the waste industry, including operating mobile and mechanical treatment plant equipment. Personal Profile: Behavioural Competencies: Calm and authoritative under pressure. Strong organizational skills with attention to detail. Willingness to learn and adapt to new skills. Effective communication at all levels.Technical Competencies: Knowledge of sophisticated plant and machinery operations. Familiarity with weighbridge systems and reporting processes.Join the team in Knaresborough, where you'll play a vital role as a Machine Operative within the waste plant industry. This opportunity offers competitive pay, a supportive team environment, and a chance to contribute to environmental sustainability. Apply now to start your journey as a Machine Operative in Knaresborough today INDWH