Machine Operative
Job description
We are looking to appoint Machine Operative for our Materials Recovery Facility (MRF), at our RiverRidge site in Mallusk.
Responsibilities
- Operating various machines within the MRF to include mobile machinery such as forklifts and Loading Shovels.
- Report immediately any issues with Machines to MRF Supervisor / Operations Manager.
- Ensure compliance with statutory and company obligations, & Health & Safety standards are maintained at all times.
- Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times.
- Ensure all Machines on site comply with the relevant H&S standards and company standard operating procedures.
- Ensuring the facility & its’ equipment is kept clean and tidy, with importance placed on housekeeping/cleaning throughout the shift (will include working at height).
- Any other duties as delegated by the Management.
Skills and Qualifications
Essential Skills
- Must have a valid licence and experience of operating one of the following machines: Telescopic Forklift, Digger or Loading shovel.
- Good organisational skills.
- Good communication skills both written and verbal.
- Ability to work well on own initiative.
- Flexible approach to work hours.
Desirable Skills
- Previous experience working in the Waste industry.
Further Information
Competitive Hourly Rate £14.57 per hour. Overtime rate available. Annual bonus subject to achieving set KPIs. 28 days annual leave. Company pension scheme. Free parking. Cash Health Benefit Scheme.
- Vacancy ID
- 1763572
- Job ref.
- MO/03/26
- Job Sector
- Transport, Distribution and Warehousing
- Area
- Co Antrim
- Location
- Mallusk
- Salary
- £14.57 per hour.
- No. vacancies
- 1
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Weekly hours
- 40
- Published date
- 06/03/2026
- Closing date
- 18/03/2026
- Worktime
- To be discussed at interview.