Mobile Plant Relief Operative

Mobile Plant Relief Operative

An exciting opportunity has arisenfor an individual to join the Operations teamat Lancashire Renewables Ltd. working on a 2-shift system at our Leyland facility.

What youll be doing

The Mobile Plant Relief Operative will be responsible for the safe undertaking of mobile plant activities within the waste processing operation. Additionally when required support the mobile plant team and carry out general process operative activities associated with processing operations and the general site.

This role involves safely and efficiently operating mobile plant equipment across the site and supporting general processing activities to keep everything running smoothly. Youll work closely with the weighbridge team logistics maintenance and other site operatives to keep waste processing operations on track jumping in with hands-on help when needed. Youll also take care of routine paperwork and attend regular team meetings and safety briefings. Staying safe and compliant is a big part of the job so youll carry out checks on vehicles handle basic maintenance and help keep the site clean and tidy.

What you will bring

To be successful in this position it is essential that you hold an NPORS or equivalent for FLT or Tele-truck.

Additionally you must demonstrate awillingness to undertake further training to obtain qualifications for operating other mobile plant equipment including MEWPs.

Whilst training and development opportunities are provided and encouraged for our roles the following skills and knowledge are desired:

• A good standard of education.
• Strong team player self-motivated with the capacity to work without close supervision.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage effectively at all levels within the business and with external agencies.
• Ability to follow understand and interpret systems of work and procedures.
• Accuracy in completing pre-use checks on mobile plant.
• A safety conscious approach with the desire to develop & embrace change to promote continuous improvement

What we offer you

• Competitive salary.
• Company contributory pension scheme matched up to 5%.
• 26 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays increasing to 30 days after 5 years.
• Death in Service cover 4x Salary.
• Free on-site car parking.
• Company sick pay scheme up to 26 weeks dependent on length of service
• Cycle to work scheme.
• We offer training and personal development programmes to our employees to provide opportunities to develop and progress.
• Wellbeing support for mental health.
• All required PPE and other relevant equipment supplied.

Who are we

Lancashire Renewables Ltd was established for the operation and management of the two waste treatment facilities built for the Lancashire Waste Contract.

Our two facilities in Thornton and Leyland are manned 365 days a year. Both sites can process over 5000 tonnes of residual (black bin bag) waste per week and divert 95% of this material away from landfill.

Our aim is to achieve a sustainable future for Lancashire by providing services to process biodegradable and non-biodegradable community waste andour people are vital in helping us achieve this.

Our employees work in a variety of operations maintenance logistics and support roles across our two sites in Leyland and Thornton actively encouraging internal growth through development and training programmes.

We are dedicated to providing a positive supportive work environment with a strong focus on the health safety and wellbeing of all our employees.

We are an equal opportunity employer:

Diversity and inclusion are important to us at Lancashire Renewables and we encourage a culture where everyone can be themselves at work. We value and actively seek out a richly diverse range of talent and our policies ensure that every job application and employee is treated fairly with equal opportunity to succeed.

Candidates should apply with an up-to-date CV by Friday 4^th July 2025.

Please note that the advert may be closed early if we receive sufficient applications.

For Enquiries:

Allrolesaresubjecttothefollowing:

• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
• Satisfactory completion of a Company medical which includes testing for drugs and alcohol. The Company operates a zero-tolerance policy regarding the taking or being under the influence of drugs or alcohol whilst on duty and carry out periodic random tests.