Washperson​/Plant Labourer

Do you want to be part of a successful family‑owned business that has been helping to meet the changing needs of UK society since 1976? This role is working for one of the UK’s leading independently owned developers operating in mining, property and house building.

If you are a motivated and experienced Washperson / Labourer looking for a new and exciting opportunity to work as part of a busy mining team operating in a safe, responsible and efficient manner…we would love to hear from you!

You will provide general assistance to the site‑based Banks Plant Solutions team and will be responsible for washing the plant equipment in a safe, responsible and efficient manner.

The Washperson / Labourer will spend their working day at our open cast quarry site based in Newark.

• Always carry out tasks in a safe, responsible and efficient manner.
• Carry out general manual tasks allocated to you.
• Operate allocated machinery that is contained in accordance with the Banks Licencing Scheme.
• Ensure that the safety check sheet for the machine or the vehicle they are using are complete and report any defects found via the defect reporting system.
• Operate pressure washers and other cleaning/processing equipment.
• Check machine fluid levels and correct compartment levels (as required) with accurate quantity and specific oil types as or when required.
• Implement the safe use of non‑operated plant, as competent to do so, as instructed by your line manager.
• Ensure that the work area, machine, vehicle, and the tooling used is in a safe, clean and tidy condition.
• Complete in full and with adequate detail all the relevant documentation that is required in association with the allocated tasks and job role.
• Support the Banks Plant Solutions team by completing tasks deemed safe and appropriate by the Plant Team Leader.

The role fundamentally involves contact with the site‑based team, Banks Plant Solutions and Banks Infrastructure operational team.

ESSENTIAL:

• A positive and proactive approach to Health and Safety.
• Driving licence.
• Attain a Banks internal competency licence.
• Attain and complete the modular programme relating to the specific role.
• Actively work to complete the assigned development programme.

DESIRABLE:

• Folk lift competency, can be obtained in‑house, if required.
• Plant movement competency, can be obtained in‑house, if required.
• Basic mechanical awareness.
• Organised and self‑disciplined.
• Safety and environmentally aware.
• Resourcefulness and motivation.
• First‑rate concentration and focus.
• Capable of following instruction and directions given in all formats.
• Attention to detail and quality of work.
• Effectively communicate both verbally, written and using the communication devices issued.
• Competitive Salary: Be rewarded with a competitive salary.
• Generous Leave: Benefit from generous annual leave plus public holidays to maintain a healthy work‑life balance.
• Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our company pension plan.
• Parental Leave: Access enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave to support your growing family.
• Wellbeing Support: Utilise our Employee Assistance Programme, health and wellbeing discounts, and the support of qualified health advocates and Mental Health First Aiders.
• Sustainable Initiatives: Participate in our Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, Cycle2
  
  Work scheme, and enjoy discounts through our e‑voucher program with major retailers.
• Financial Security: Benefit from generous life assurance coverage for peace of mind.

How to Apply: By using the form below, or send your CV and covering letter detailing your relevant experience to: