We have an exciting opportunity for a Plant Operative to join our team at our Neath Abbey Express Asphalt plant. This role is fast-paced, dynamic, extremely varied and challenging, however also very rewarding for someone who enjoys working with other like-minded, hard working people. Plant operators operate and maintain machines and equipment in industrial plants or on construction sites. Key tasks range from welcoming customers, operating the plants control system, operating mobile plants and undertaking light maintenance tasks including housekeeping duties

What’s on offer?

• Competitive Salary, 25 days holiday (with options to increase), plus bonus and other benefits - all recognizing the contribution you bring.
• Be valued and supported, working as part of a highly respected team in a business that has a huge focus on Health & Safety.
• Opportunities for career progression both at home and abroad (via our parent company Holcim).
• An inclusive and safety focused culture with people at the heart of the business.

About the role

 Other elements of the role include:

• Operating machinery- Plant operators use heavy machinery to perform a variety of tasks, such as digging, lifting, and moving materials. They may use excavators, bulldozers, cranes, compactors, piling rigs, and concrete pumps.
• Ensuring safety- Plant operators carry out safety checks on machines and ensure that the company follows safety protocols and legal codes.
• Maintaining equipment- Plant operators clean, refuel, lubricate, and perform minor repairs on machines. They also keep the worksite clean and free from waste.
• Monitoring operations- Plant operators monitor plant operations via a computerised monitoring system.
• Loading and Unloading- Plant operators load and unload trucks or railcars with loads that need unpacking or shipping. Plant operators usually specialize in one type of equipment. They may also work with slinger signalers via radio.
  
• Operating the Loading shovel inclusive of fork attachments

What will you bring?

• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Strong IT literacy
• Flexibility with work hours and willing to work weekend
• The desire for training and willingness to learn
• You will need to develop a sound appreciation of Health & Safety, housekeeping and environmental regulations
• Asphalt experience is desirable.
• Experience driving a mobile and a fixed plant is a plus.

Why join Aggregate Industries?

To be at the heart of construction, we see our people at the forefront of the construction industry, transforming it into a more sustainable future. We employ highly talented, experienced and motivated people from diverse backgrounds. We have industry-leading capability in innovation, enabling us to anticipate and meet the changing needs of our customers. We are committed to developing strong and positive relationships with the communities we live and work in. LafargeHolcim has a global footprint with leadership positions in the vast majority of its markets and a diversified portfolio with a good balance between mature and developing markets positioned in highly populated areas.