Machine Operator

Who are we?

Smiths (Gloucester) Ltd is a family run business owned and run by the Smith family since 1982. Smiths has grown from a single owner-operated plant hire company to a multifaceted group with family values still firmly at the heart of each project undertaken. With depots in Avonmouth, Cardiff, Gloucester, Stonehouse and Tewkesbury we operate predominately across the South-West of England. We specialise in Construction, Waste Management, Plant Hire, Demolition and Transport operations.

Join our team as a Plant Operator and play a key role in delivering projects safely, efficiently and to the highest standards. We're looking for an experienced and safety-conscious individual with experience operating plant and machinery within a construction or quarrying environment.

Please do not apply for this role if you do not have a 360 ticket.

What can we offer you?

• Competitive hourly rate

• Permanent contract

• Life Assurance Scheme

• Free on-site Parking

• Corporate gym membership discount

• Annual Salary Review

• Employee discount (50% on Skip Hire, other discounts on group services)

• Boot allowance

• Progression opportunities

• 24 hour unlimited access to mental health support

What you'll be doing:

• Operating a variety of plant and equipment in line with your qualifications and competency level.

• Carrying out daily safety checks and reporting any defects or maintenance requirements.

• Performing routine cleaning, greasing and basic maintenance of plant and machinery.

• Working closely with site supervisors to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently and on schedule.

• Following all site health, safety and environmental procedures.

• Recording plant inspections, maintenance checks and timesheets accurately.

• Reporting accidents, incidents, near misses and equipment faults promptly.

• Wearing and maintaining the appropriate PPE at all times.

What we're looking for:

• Experience operating construction plant and equipment.

• A strong commitment to health and safety.

• Ability to work as part of a team and follow instructions effectively.

• Good communication skills and attention to detail.

• Reliable, hardworking and proactive approach to work.

If you're a skilled plant operator who takes pride in working safely and delivering quality results, we'd love to hear from you.

What are our core values?

If these values align with yours you are in the right place!

Honesty - We believe that honesty in all matters is the best policy.

Family values - We operate as a family unit with high moral standards, discipline and respect.

Hardworking - We are certain that nothing is impossible if you work hard enough at it.

Reliability - We pride ourselves on not letting people down and being true to our word.

Environmental sustainability - We aim to minimise the impact that our company has on the environment by reducing emissions and waste, and recycling a large proportion of our waste (90% plus). We truly believe in a greener future for generations to come.

Please apply if you are interested in this role and we will come back to you.