Heavy Plant Operator - Training & Career Progression

Competitive salary, excellent benefits and fully supported training with real opportunities for progression

Cornwall | Permanent Position

Ready to build a long-term career operating heavy plant?

Whether you''ve gained experience in quarrying, agriculture, construction, earthmoving or a similar environment, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills, gain recognised qualifications and progress your career.

We''re recruiting for a busy operation in the St Austell area, where you''ll receive structured training, hands-on experience and the chance to operate a range of heavy mobile plant.

You don''t need every qualification to apply. If you''re practical, safety-conscious and experienced operating machinery, we''ll provide the training and support to help you progress.

The Role

As part of an experienced site team, you''ll operate heavy mobile plant to support the safe and efficient movement of materials across the site.

Depending on your experience and training, equipment may include:

Rigid Dump Trucks (RDTs)

Wheeled Loaders

Excavators

Other mobile plant as your competencies develop

This is a varied, hands-on role where reliability, teamwork and a strong safety focus are essential.

Key Responsibilities

Operate heavy mobile plant safely and efficiently.

Transport materials to support daily production requirements.

Complete pre-start inspections and report any defects.

Maintain safe, clean and organised working areas.

Follow site traffic management, health, safety and environmental procedures.

Communicate effectively with colleagues and supervisors using site radio systems.

Support continuous improvement and safe working practices.

Participate in training and competency development programmes.

About You

We''re looking for practical people with machinery experience and a positive attitude.

You may currently work as a:

Quarry or aggregates operative

Rigid dump truck or loading shovel operator

Agricultural machinery operator

Construction plant operative

Earthmoving equipment operator

General operative with experience operating large machinery

You''ll ideally have:

• Experience operating mobile plant, heavy machinery or similar equipment.
• A strong commitment to health and safety.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Excellent reliability and timekeeping.
• A proactive approach and willingness to learn.
• The legal right to work and drive in the UK.

MPQC, CPCS or similar plant qualifications are advantageous but not essential, as full training can be provided for the right candidate.

Training & Development

This is more than just a plant operating role.

You''ll receive:

• Comprehensive site induction
• Structured on-the-job training
• Support to gain recognised plant qualifications
• Ongoing competency development
• Opportunities to train on additional plant equipment
• Clear progression routes and pay progression linked to skills development

If you''re looking for a role where you can continue learning and build a long-term career, this opportunity offers genuine progression.

What''s on Offer?

• Competitive salary
• Structured training and development
• Support towards recognised plant qualifications
• Career progression opportunities
• Pay progression linked to competency achievement
• Shift allowances (where applicable)
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• 19 days annual leave plus bank holidays ( 11 hour days on 38.5 hours a week )
• Employee benefits and discount scheme
• Friendly, supportive team environment

Apply Today

Whether you''re an experienced plant operator or have transferable machinery experience from agriculture, construction or earthmoving, we''d like to hear from you.

If you''re dependable, safety-focused and eager to develop your skills, apply today and take the next step in your heavy plant career.