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Heavy Plant Machinery Operator

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  • Cardiff, Wales
  • Temp to perm,
  • undefined,
  • IND1
  • 21/04/2026
Job description

Heavy Plant Machinery Operator – Cardiff

We are recruiting an experienced Heavy Plant Machinery Operator to join a large, fast‑paced plant environment based in Cardiff. This role is ideal for someone confident operating front‑shovel loaders or 360 material handlers (wheeled) in a heavy industrial setting.

Role:

  • Operating front‑shovel loading machinery or 360 wheeled material handlers
  • Supporting daily site operations within a large, heavy plant environment
  • Working safely and efficiently as part of a busy team
  • Following site procedures, including drug and alcohol testing prior to start

Requirements

  • Experience with front‑shovel loading or 360 material handler (wheeled) machinery
  • Comfortable working in a heavy industrial environment
  • Reliable, safety‑focused, and able to start immediately

Shifts Available

  • Monday to Friday: 6am – 4pm
  • 4 on 4 off: 6am – 6pm

Pay Rates

  • £13.04 per hour
  • £19.56 for overtime (over 8 hours) & Saturdays
  • £26.08 on Sundays

Start Date

Immediate start available following successful drug & alcohol screening.

 

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