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Quarries Colchester, Highwood Quarry
Wheeled Loading Shovel Operator/Driver
Come and join our experienced and committed team of mobile plant operators and be part of the SRC family!
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MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE:
To load materials into HGV Vehicles, rehandle as stocking, ensuring stockpiles are compiled to relevant Health and Safety requirements to include edge protection, stop and tips.
RELATIONSHIPS:
Responsible to : Quarry Manager
Responsible for: None
Liaison with: Directors, Managers, Employees, Clients
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
MAIN TASKS OF JOB:

• Ensure daily inspection of machine are conducted to include undercarriage.
• Ensure day to day maintenance of machine is performed to include greasing, cleaning, and monitoring.
• Maintain and inspect any attachments
• Recording and reporting on a daily check sheet including hours and any defects.
• Start up and shut down procedures of the machine.
• To operate machine to a competent level and within site conditions.
• Ensure all operations are carried out under Quarry Regulations.
• Reports any problems to the Quarry Manager.
• Ensure PPE is worn at all times
• Responsible for the removal of all waste products in line with the Company's Environmental policy.
• To comply with the company's Health, Safety and Environmental policy, highlighting ant issues appropriately.
• To act in accordance with the company's Health, Safety and Environmental policies, procedures and practices.
• Performs other duties as directed

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• Must have 3 years previous experience in this role
• Enthusiastic, committed and a fast learner with previous experience of a busy environment
• Ability to work with individuals across departments and liaise with external customers and contacts
• Strong communication skills and willingness to take instruction.
• Recognised qualification to operate plant (preferably CPCS) or working towards;
• Knowledge of Health and Safety procedures.
• Experience with operating and basic maintenance of mobile plant;

The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the organisation.
Department Role Plant Operator Locations Colchester,
Contact Operations Manager - Quarries
Perks & Benefits
Training
SRC Group is committed to the continuous training and development of its employees,
both in the area of job-related skills training and lifelong learning for personal development.
SRC Group's employees are our greatest assets and helping them to develop is crucial to the achievement of the our goals. All training practices and procedures will endeavor to support individuals to strive to achieve these goals.
Pension
We offer a salary sacrifice pension scheme which is a tax efficient way for you to make pension contributions.
Retail Discounts
SRC Employees can save money with access to hundreds of retail discounts, including grocery e-vouchers which can be used in-store or online.
Saving money on a wide range of activities to keep the family entertained without leaving the house. There's also access to discounts from most major travel agents.
On Demand GP
SRC employees has access to medical advice with the OnDemand GP service, they have access to video consultations with GPs, prescriptions which can be sent to your local pharmacy. This service is also available to partners and dependents who live in your household.
Employee Assistance Programme
There is a free confidential 24 hour telephone service for employees, their immediate family and children in full time education.
SRC Group recognises there can be times when additional support is needed for employees and managers alike. Balancing the pressures of work with the needs of home and personal life can be at times, stressful.
SRC Group also have fully trained Mental Health First Aiders available.
Health
SRC Group are committed to the health of all employees. We provide a confidential health surveillance service which to enable you and SRC Group to identify and monitor on- going health needs and requirements.
We also provide gym discounts at over 3000 health and leisure centres.
Employee Reward & Recognition
As an employee, you can recognise Team Members for their hard work with personalised e-cards. These can also be supplemented by management with financial rewards. So your hard work never goes unnoticed.
Long service awards
Employees are recognised with a long service award at different stages in their career.
Charity
SRC Group support a number of charities such as Essex Air Ambulance to smaller local charities. We hold fundraising events such as Three Peaks challenge and all employees can join in the fun!
Equality and Diversity
We believe that there are no gender specific roles in this industry. To help reflect this we've increased the visibility of our female workforce and showcase the successful women already working on our sites.
Workplace & Culture
At SRC Group we believe that every employee is key to helping us succeed as a business and fulfil our goals, and we strive to create a great place to work for our employees.
SRC Group are an equal opportunities employer, and seek to provide opportunities and high standards of training based on individuals' abilities and experiences.
About ?SRC Group
SRC Group is a one stop shop for all your construction needs!
We are a leading supplier of construction materials and waste solutions throughout London and the Southeast.
Our experienced and skilled contracting department are available for all your demolition requirements.
As a family run business with many ties in the Home Counties area, SRC Group prides itself on providing a reliable service and quality materials to all its customers.
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Quarries Colchester, Highwood Quarry
Wheeled Loading Shovel Operator/Driver
Come and join our experienced and committed team of mobile plant operators and be part of the SRC family!
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