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
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Broad learning opportunities, training and career progression pathways
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£45,000 – £60,000 (Glassdoor, Levels.fyi, 2025)
