Yard Operative - Tilbury Docks

Job description

Are you looking for a change and the opportunity to learn new skills? Do you consider yourself to be a hardworking individual and enjoy working as a team? Are you based in or around Tilbury?

We have a Yard Operative position available within Holcim Tilbury Docks.This role is ideal for someone who considers themself to be reliable, proactive and eager to learn.

Role: Yard Operative 

Location: Holcim, Tilbury Docks 

Rate: £14.00 per hour 

Hours: Standard hours are Monday - Friday  7am-6pm with a 30mins unpaid lunch and overtime available. However, It’s an on demand job driven by customer needs, once on site a rotation will be put in place with the team, some days you may start earlier, some later. Flexibility is needed. 

Contract length: 1-2 year contract with the potential to go permanent

Start: ASAP

Responsibilities:

• Maintaining the Asphalt plant including basic maintenance 

• Working at height (via ladder) as part of maintenance

• Maintaining the site including cleaning duties

• Driving a loading shovel (training provided)

• Observing the site CCTV from the monitoring station

• Using the computer control system for the plant

• Navigating the program of works via computer

• Using tannoy and 2 way radio to communicate with site

• Practising the highest standards of Health and Safety at all times 

Essential requirements:

• Strong work ethic and desire to learn

• Previous construction experience

• CSCS Card or MP Connect would be desirable 

• Ability to work at height 

• Good verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to conduct manual handling 

• Sound IT literacy skills 

• Some knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation 

Benefits:

• Advice and editing on your current CV

• Dedicated team throughout your journey within the role

• Paid holiday

• Exclusive online services including restaurant and retail discounts

• Chance to receive £300* for referring a friend

• Opportunity for progression into permanent roles 

• Competitive rates of pay 

All applicants are subject to vetting checks including but not limited to: Right to work check, medical check, drug and alcohol testing and reference checks. 

Reference 225777219