Machine Operator (Depot Operative)

Breedon Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction materials company in Greater London is seeking a skilled Machine Operator to join their team at the Dagenham Cement Depot. Responsibilities include operating the packing plant, ensuring health and safety compliance, and maintaining inventory records. Candidates should have experience in a manufacturing environment, possess a valid Counterbalance FLT license, and demonstrate strong attention to detail. This role offers a range of benefits including a pension scheme, a bonus opportunity, and access to gym facilities.

Benefits

Company Pension

Bonus scheme

Discount Scheme

Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoptions Scheme

Free on-site Parking

Gym Access

Health & Wellbeing Initiatives

Life Assurance

Share Save Scheme

Volunteering Policy

Subsidised canteen

Holiday buy scheme

Employee discount schemes

Digital GP

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a machine operator in a production environment.
• Valid Counterbalance FLT license is required.
• Strong understanding of health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform machine pre-use safety checks and set up equipment following SOPs.
• Operate and maintain packing plant machinery.
• Oversee rail and bulk loading activities.

Skills

Experience in production or manufacturing environment

Valid Counterbalance FLT license

Health and safety awareness

Computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Detail-oriented

Job description

Machine Operator (Depot Operative)

Department: Transport and Logistics

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Dagenham Cement Depot

Description

We are seeking a machine operator to join our team at our cement handling facility in Dagenham as a Depot Operator. Reporting to the Depot Manager, you will coordinate daily operations including operating our Adams 10 packing plant and ensuring compliance with safety standards. This role requires experience in a manufacturing environment, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to optimising processes and productivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform machine pre-use safety checks and set up equipment following SOPs.
• Operate and maintain packing plant machinery, including fault finding and corrective actions.
• Assemble components accurately to specification.
• Oversee rail and bulk loading activities (training provided).
• Safely lift and manoeuvre stock items up to 25kg.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and streamline depot operations.
• Adhere to health and safety standards at all times.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Proven experience in a production or manufacturing environment as machine operator.
• Valid Counterbalance FLT license (RTITB or ITSSAR accredited, tested within the last 3 years).
• Strong health and safety awareness with a positive track record and ability to understand risk assessments and mitigate safety risks effectively.
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Reliable, detail-oriented, and able to work to deadlines.

Job Benefits

• Company Pension
• Bonus scheme
• Discount Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoptions Scheme
• Free on-site Parking
• Gym Access
• Health & Wellbeing Initiatives
• Life Assurance
• Share Save Scheme
• Volunteering Policy
• Subsidised canteen
• Holiday buy scheme
• Employee discount schemes
• Digital GP