£15.23 Per Hour
Full Time
Temporary
Knaresborough, North Yorkshire
Manufacturing And Production
Posted 2 hours ago
Expires In 29 Days
Job Description
My client who are a leading waste management and recycling centre in Knaresborough are on the lookout for an operative to work as a Crane Operator - NO EXPERIENCE is required.
Please only apply if you can commute to Knaresborough (Car) or live within the local area. Public transport is limited to this location so please do consider this when applying, full training will be given so no prior experience required. As an integral part of the operation, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation, control, and routine maintenance of the overhead cranes.
- This position requires shift work, including both day and night shifts working 12 hours per shift
- Favourable shift pattern – 35 day shift cycle, 14 working days, 21 non-working days – more information available on request
- The successful applicant will be on days Monday to Friday until deemed competent to go on shift. This will be 37.5 hours, 08:00 - 16:00 with a half hour break. Once competent, the shifts will be 06:45 - 19:00 on days, and 18:45 - 07:00 on nights.
- Conduct daily safety checks of machinery to ensure optimal performance
- Set up and operate cranes to safely move materials around the site
- Coordinate closely with the unit operators to maintain plant efficiency
- Perform minor repairs on machinery as needed and report any significant issues to the Shift Team leader
- Maintain detailed records of materials moved for shift handovers between shifts
- Conduct regular equipment inspections in line with safety protocols
- Assist maintenance team/service engineers with crane functionality and operation
- Monitor crane stability and load weights consistently
- As an Overhead Crane Operator, you will control lifting machinery primarily from a control room cab-chair with overview of waste bunker
- You will also be controlling the crane by remote when carrying out daily operational prestart checks and other duties
- Maintaining good housekeeping in all crane areas
- Strong team player with excellent communication skills
- Ability to remain calm and patient in stressful situations
- Keen attention to detail and good spatial awareness
- Proven track record of accuracy and attention to detail
- Proven ability to work as part of a team
- Punctuality and reliability
- Keen attention to detail
- Flexibility in shift work
- Ability to lift heavy loads, work at heights, and stand for extended periods
Drew Sellers
Drew.Sellers@pertemps.co.uk
0113 2469339
Division 048
Pertemps Leeds
1 Canal Place
Leeds
Yorkshire
LS12 2DU
0113 246 9339
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