As a Plant Operator within our clients Landscaping division, you will be responsible for delivering a high-quality vegetation clearance, fencing, soft landscaping & hard landscaping contracting service.
Typically, some responsibilities of a Plant Operator include:
Using your experience to assist in the scoping of works preparation of method statements and risk assessments.
To be able to read and understand site plans and work according to written or verbal instruction.
You will be required to work in a clean and tidy manor ensuring you protect the environment and avoid pollution.
The operator is required to look after all equipment keeping it in a clean and undamaged state all damage to equipment must be reported.
To complete prestart equipment checks record findings and submit as required.
To complete routine maintenance and lubrication of equipment.
To operate any plant or equipment you are trained and competent to use, this may be owned or hired in and will include the use of specialised attachments.
Comply with legislation i.e. Health and Safety at Work, LOLER, PUWER, COSHH, environmental and quality standards etc.
Have the experience which enables you to anticipate operational issues which need managing and/or communicating to the client.
Ensuring operations are delivered to clients' expectations & on schedule.
About You:
You will be a self-motivated individual with the ability to lead by example, motivate and mange a small team. Have a passion and take pride in your work and have a good understanding of current industry best practices. In addition to this, you’ll preferably have:
CPCS Cardholder
CPCS 360 Excavator Tracked
CPCS A59C Lifting with Excavators
CPCS Code A40 Slinger/Signaller
CPCS Safe Working Practices Around Construction Plant Equipment
First Aid + F awareness/certification
NVQ Level 2 Certificate & Diploma in Plant Operations (Construction)
NPTC Land based Machinery
Holds a full, valid driving license
2-4 years’ experience in similar job role (tree shearing, mulching, whole tree chipping, tractor driving etc)
Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships
In return, our client offers an attractive salary and benefits package, the opportunity of being part of a talented and well-motivated team, together with first class opportunities for both personal and career development in a truly national and integrated business.