General Operative

Job description: Position: General Operative Location: McQuillan Environmental, Material Recycling Facility, Budore Responsible to: MRF Foreman Contract type: Full-time, permanent Salary: Competitive Working hours: Core working hours are: 08:00 to 17:00. Weekend shifts will also be required on a monthly rotational basis. Overtime can be required depending on the operational needs of the business. Why work for McQuillan Companies? McQuillan Companies are a Northern Ireland based family run business which incorporates a diverse range of activities including roadworks, road surfacing and maintenance, civil engineering, demolition, quarrying, hazardous and non-hazardous waste management, outdoor cleaning services and analytical chemistry. A fourth-generation business operating for over 100 years through the parent company John McQuillan Contracts, the McQuillan Companies name is synonymous with quality and excellence throughout our various divisions. If you are looking for a career opportunity within a growing business that includes a range of benefits, in a dynamic and engaging working environment then McQuillan Companies is the place for you. Here at McQuillan Companies you can take advantage of a range of opportunities and benefits to learn and develop in a supportive and encouraging environment. We offer a range of benefits including: Competitive salaries and overtime (where applicable) An excellent employee pension scheme 30 days of annual leave Working as a part of a dynamic group of professionals who excel at maintaining regulatory standards while fostering a supportive and welcoming environment Excellent development, learning and training opportunities Participation in a range of team building activities Employee Initiatives (Social & Fundraising activities) Overall objectives We seek to appoint a General Operative to join our busy and expanding team within McQuillan Environmental at our Material Recycling Facility in Budore. If you are looking for a career opportunity within a growing business that includes a range of benefits, in a dynamic and engaging working environment then McQuillan Companies is the place for you. The successful candidate will report to the MRF Foreman and must be hardworking, reliable, and possess excellent communication & inter personal skills. In return you will be awarded a competitive salary, variety within your role, the ability to build upon your existing experience within the profession and the opportunity to work within a friendly and supportive team. Key responsibilities: Operation of on-site baler and processing plant Operation of non-road vehicle i.e. counterbalance forklift, telescopic forklift and 360 excavator Carrying out prestart checks and preventative maintenance on all fixed and mobile plant Quality control on outgoing commodities Inspections of incoming loads Comply with site health and safety rules and procedures Wear appropriate PPE House keeping Any other reasonable requests from management Essential Criteria: Experience working with balers A full clean driving licence Must have valid licence and experience in one of the following: counterbalance forklift, telescopic forklift or 360 excavator Good communication skills Ability to work as a part of a team and follow the given instructions Good time keeper Good knowledge of preventative maintenance Desirable Criteria: Previous experience working in a waste/ recycling environment Telescopic forklift license Closing date for applications is:Friday 8th November 2024. This job description should not be regarded as conclusive or definite. It is a guideline within which the individual jobholder works. It is not intended to be rigid or inflexible and may alter as the Companys strategic direction changes. Skills: Excellent communication skills Attention to detail Excellent time management Organisational skills Ability to work on own initiative Pro-Active approach Good Report writing skills Benefits: Competitive salaries An excellent employee pension scheme L&D opportunities 30 days annual leave

Location: Crumlin, GB

Posted Date: 10/30/2024