Mobile Plant Operator
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Position Overview & Specifications
J Dickinson & Sons are proud to be a family-owned and run company with over 80 years’ experience in the recycling and skip hire industry. At the heart of our business is the desire to provide a professional and accessible service whilst serving to dispose of waste in an efficient and environmentally friendly manner.
Our state-of-the-art facilities in Horwich are expanding and our new £4.2 million waste processing plant is now up and running. As a result, we are looking to grow our team of dedicated staff and we now have exciting new opportunities for an experienced Mobile Plant Operator to join our team.
£11.00 - £13.00 per hour DOE
46.25 hours per week
(Mon-Fri 7am-5.30pm, plus alternate Saturdays 7am-12pm)
The Role
The post holder will be responsible for operating a range of mobile plant machinery safely and as instructed, in order to maximise recycling and recovery within the facility. The role will also involve ensuring that the plant and machines are maintained to the required standards, carrying out daily checks and basic maintenance, as well as completing any defect, near miss and accident reports accurately and in a timely manner.
What you need:
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Mobile Plant Operator who holds an Operator card or Certificate of Basic Training. Previous experience operating mobile plant machinery is essential; however, full training on our machines will be provided. The successful candidate will have the ability to quickly learn new tasks, follow instructions and problem solve. You must also be able to cope with the demands of the role, which involves working outdoors for long periods and heavy lifting. Flexibility, reliability, punctuality, and good levels of attendance are a must.
Why J. Dickinson & Sons?
This is an opportunity to work for a fantastic firm with a great business model, which is performing extremely well within the industry. We are a fast paced and entrepreneurial organisation. We are not afraid to try new things and do things differently, and as such we are growing fast. We encourage staff development and have genuine opportunities for progression.
We offer our employees an attractive benefits package: 28 days annual leave (inc. bank holidays), private dental and optical insurance, private medical insurance, life insurance, a contributory pension scheme, free on-site parking, employee discount on skips, company events, employee referral programme, an employee assistance programme and excellent training opportunities. Company uniform and all required PPE are provided.
J. Dickinson & Sons welcomes applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, marital status or sexual orientation. Any appointment will be made on merit alone.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £11.00-£13.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Private dental insurance
- Private medical insurance
- Referral programme
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Bolton: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Mobile Plant: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- CBT or Mobile Plant Operator Card (required)
Work Location: One location
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Mobile Plant Operator roles across J.Dickinson & Sons (Horwich ltd.)'s corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £11 - £13 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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