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Shovel Driver Plant Operative - Chelmsford, Chelmsford


Company : Essex County Council


Location : Chelmsford, England


Created : 2025-08-09


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job DescriptionShovel Driver Plant Operative - Chelmsford Waste Transfer StationPermanent, Full Time£28,033 + 6% flat rate allowance (£1,681.98 per annum)Location: Chelmsford Please note in addition to an annual salary you will also receive a 6% flat rate allowance.Full valid driving licence required. Material Handler and Loading Shovel Qualification desirable but not essential as full training will be provided.Weekend work is required every two weeksThe OpportunityA multi-task role from managing and controlling all tipping hall operations to being accountable for ensuring articulated vehicles are loaded safely and in accordance with KPI's within the Essex County Council Waste service. Manging on site traffic management for multiple local district councils and 3rd Parties to ensure contractual tipping arrangements are met and carried out safely.Directly responsible for the safe and proper operation and maintenance of any site vehicle under their use. This includes liaising with SiteSupervisor/OperationsManager for repairs and servicing of all equipment on site including scheduling works/contractors to avoid impact on theservice.Responsiblefor operating the front-loading shovel and 360-degree wheeled materials handler to move, load and transport waste safely and competently.Lead on ensuring all site users within the tipping hall operation are following site rule...