Shovel Operator - Recycling Facility at St. ives, Cambridgeshire

Shovel Operator - Recycling Facility

Location: St Ives

Pay: £20.00-£21.00 per hour

Hours: Monday to Friday (occasional Saturdays)

Shift: 06:00 am - 18:00 pm (12‑hour shifts)

We are recruiting an experienced Shovel Operator to join a busy recycling facility in St Ives. This is a hands‑on role requiring safe and efficient operation of loading shovels to support site production, material movement and yard operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating loading shovel machinery safely and efficiently
• Moving, loading and transporting recycled materials
• Supporting yard and production teams with material flow
• Conducting daily machinery checks and reporting defects
• Maintaining a clean, safe working environment
• Following all site Health & Safety procedures

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience as a Shovel Operator, no licence required
• Ability to work 12‑hour shifts
• Physically fit and comfortable with manual duties
• Reliable, safety‑focused and able to work independently
• Flexibility to work occasional Saturdays

Benefits

• Competitive pay £20-£21 per hour
• Long‑term opportunity
• Weekly pay
• Supportive team environment

Interested? Apply online or send your CV

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