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The Loading Shovel Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of loading shovel machinery within the Quarry. The role involves loading materials, feeding processing plants, maintaining stockpiles and ensuring compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations.
Job Responsibility:
Operate loading shovel equipment safely and efficiently
Loading of materials into hoppers, crushers, screening plants, and haulage vehicles
Maintain stockpiles and manage material movement around the quarry site
Carry out daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance checks
Report machinery faults, hazards, incidents, and near misses to supervisors
Follow all quarry health, safety, and environmental procedures
Keep work areas clean, organised, and hazard-free
Assist with general quarry and plant duties when required
Work closely with site operators, drivers, and maintenance teams to ensure smooth production operations
Requirements:
Previous experience operating a loading shovel in a quarry, aggregates, construction or mining environment
Valid CPCS, NPORS, or MPQC Loading Shovel certification
Good understanding of quarry safety procedures and heavy plant operations
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong communication and time-management skills
Full UK driving licence preferred
Nice to have:
Experience with quarry processing plants or wash plants
Basic mechanical maintenance knowledge
Experience operating additional heavy machinery such as excavators or dumpers