Loading Shovel Operator – Immediate Start, Sat Overtime

Company: Smart Solutions
Apply for the Loading Shovel Operator – Immediate Start, Sat Overtime
Location: Leeds
Job Description:

Loading Shovel Operator – Leeds (LS15)

Location: Leeds, LS15 9AD

Pay Rate: £22.00 per hour

Hours

  • Monday to Friday
  • 06:30 – 16:30
  • Flexibility required between these hours

Overtime

  • Occasional Saturday shifts available
  • Saturdays paid at £30.00 per hour

Smart Solutions are currently recruiting for an experienced Loading Shovel Operator to join a busy waste and recycling site based at Skelton Grange in Leeds.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a reliable and hardworking operator looking for stable, long-term work with excellent pay rates.

The Role

You will be responsible for operating a loading shovel safely and efficiently across a busy waste and recycling facility, supporting day-to-day site operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operating a loading shovel safely on site
  • Loading and moving waste and recyclable materials
  • Feeding machinery and stockpiling materials
  • Carrying out daily machine checks and reporting defects
  • Maintaining high Health & Safety standards
  • Supporting general site duties where required

Requirements

  • Valid NPORS Loading Shovel ticket or equivalent essential
  • Previous experience within waste, recycling, quarry, or industrial environments preferred
  • Good understanding of Health & Safety procedures
  • Reliable, punctual, and flexible attitude
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

What’s on Offer

  • £22.00 per hour basic rate
  • Saturday overtime paid at £30.00 per hour
  • Ongoing and stable work
  • Immediate starts available
  • Supportive working environment
  • Opportunity to work within a leading waste management company

EEO Statement

Smart Solutions proudly supports the Armed Forces Covenant. We are committed to ensuring that those who serve or have served in the Armed Forces, and their families, are treated fairly. We welcome applications from members of the Armed Forces community and value the skills, experience, and dedication they bring.

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Posted: June 1st, 2026