Plant Operator

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Plant Operator 
Dalkia
Hinkley Point C

The Plant Operator will ensure the safe and efficient movement of materials and equipment using a telescopic handler, agricultural tractor, 360 Roto and counterbalance. This role requires strong knowledge of machinery operation, safety protocols, and the ability to work collaboratively with other construction workers.

Main Responsibilities:

• Operate Wheeled Plant: Safely operate telehandlers, agricultural tractor, 360 Roto and counterbalance for lifting and moving materials, tools, and equipment on construction and industrial sites.
• Material Handling: Load, unload, and stack materials as directed, using the telehandler's lifting arm, bucket attachments and counterbalance.
• Site Safety: Adhere to all safety guidelines, including wearing 6- point PPE and ensuring the equipment is maintained in a safe and operational condition.
• Inspection & Maintenance: Perform daily checks and routine maintenance on the plant, including fluid levels, tire condition, and general functionality.
• Collaboration with the team: Work closely with site supervisors and logistics operatives to coordinate lifting operations and ensure materials are positioned accurately and safely.
• Report Issues: Notify supervisors of any mechanical issues or operational hazards with the plant or site conditions.
• Environmental Awareness: Be aware of and adhere to all environmental guidelines and procedures on site to ensure compliance with local regulations.
• Training & Development: Participate in regular training sessions on machinery operation, safety practices, and industry best practices.

Essential Qualifications:

• Valid CPCS Card with A17E / A33 / A77 / A16  category or other national qualification for Plant operator (NPORS)
• Valid CITB Health & Safety Test (Operative) 
• B Category Driving License

Desirable Qualifications:

• First Aid at Work 
• Manual Handling Training 

Essential Skills and Experience

• Construction Site Experience involving plant operations with skill levels equivalent to CPCS/ NPORS
• Securing and transportation of loads
• Understanding of lifting plans and schedules of lifts.
• Good understanding of centralised construction logistics planning
• Good written, verbal and Two-Way Radio communication
• Demonstrate the ability to think and act quickly in unsafe conditions.
• Maintain a high standard of personal presentation
• Reliability – maintain a good work ethic and routine
• Able to demonstrate an ability to work as part of a team.
• An understanding of the principles of equality and diversity in relation to visitors’ or colleagues needs.

Desirable Skills and Experience

• HPC Pass & Site Experience
• Incident Controller

Health and Safety responsibilities

All work is conducted in accordance with HPC site procedures and training provided. 

• Comply with the WJ Health and Safety Policy, procedures and protocols at all times
• Securing and transportation of loads
• Understanding of lifting plans and schedules of lifts.
• Good understanding of centralised construction logistics planning
• Good written, verbal and Two-Way Radio communication
• Demonstrate the ability to think and act quickly in unsafe conditions.
• Maintain a high standard of personal presentation
• Reliability – maintain a good work ethic and routine
• Able to demonstrate an ability to work as part of a team.
• An understanding of the principles of equality and diversity in relation to visitors’ or colleagues needs

For this role you must have evidence of right to work in the UK. As a project, we do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.