Mobile Plant Operative
- Contract type
- Permanent
- Working Pattern
- Flexible
- Location based
- Taunton
- Hours per week
- 40
- Salary
- £33,703.16
- Summary of vacancy
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At SUEZ, we act for what truly matters — for the environment, for society, and for the future. This is the place for people who want to make a real impact, not just watch from the sidelines. Join us and help drive positive change through innovative solutions that build a more resilient and sustainable world.
Location: Taunton MRF
Pay: £ 33,703.16 (full time salary)
Hours: Full time, 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday
Part time positions available
At SUEZ, your career is a journey full of possibilities. With diverse roles across multiple activities and locations, we empower you to shape your own path. Here, you’re encouraged to learn, grow, and take ownership of your development — because when you thrive, we all succeed.
- About the role
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As a Mobile Plant Operator, you’ll play an essential part in keeping our waste and resource operations running safely and efficiently. You will work across the site loading and moving materials safely and efficiently. You will load various vehicles, including bulk haulage walking floors, shipping containers, and curtain-sided vehicles, using shovels, FLTs, and tele-handlers, all while adhering to health and safety regulations. Your main responsibilities will include:
- Ensuring all waste deliveries comply with the site licence, completing associated paperwork accurately and on time.
- Guiding customer vehicles to the correct disposal areas and assisting safely with off‑loading when needed.
- Operating the baler as part of a multi‑skilled role (full training provided).
- Supporting colleagues to maintain a safe, tidy and compliant working environment.
We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and levels of experience. To succeed in this role, you’ll need a safety‑focused mindset and willingness to embrace change and continuous improvement. Experience operating mobile plant such as loading shovels, forklifts or 360 excavators is preferred. Full training is provided, making this a strong opportunity for those developing their plant operator skills.
What you’ll get in return
- A collaborative, supportive team built on our core value of Team Spirit.
- Training and development to help you grow your skills and progress.
- Access to our wellbeing programme and a wide range of employee benefits.
- The chance to be part of a sustainability‑driven organisation making a real difference.
At SUEZ, respect is at the heart of everything we do — for each other, for our customers, and for the communities we serve. We foster inclusive, caring environments where diversity, wellbeing, safety, and solidarity are more than values — they’re everyday realities. These principles shape how we work together, every day. We’re committed to building a workplace where everyone feels valued and included. If you’re excited about this opportunity but don’t meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply. Your unique experience, perspective, and potential could be exactly what we’re looking for. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and growth — including competitive pay, pension plans, health and wellbeing programs, learning opportunities, and career development. Everything you need to thrive, both professionally and personally. Join us in transforming today’s environmental challenges into tomorrow’s innovative water and waste solutions.
At SUEZ, your work truly matters — driving action and shaping a more resilient, sustainable future.
- Closing Date
- 20/02/2026