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Andover (with UK travel) | 10 Days On / 4 Days Off | 43,000 OTE + Van & Fuel Card | Permanent | Immediate Start Available
Acorn by Synergie is recruiting Mobile Plant Operators for a leading engineering company offering travel-based work across the UK. Based out of Andover, this role is ideal for someone looking for variety, independence, and long-term career development.
The Role:
- Operate and maintain mobile processing equipment at various UK sites.
- Work a 10-days on / 4-days off shift pattern, including alternate weekends.
- Travel and overnight stays required (accommodation and expenses covered).
- Drive a company van provided as part of the role.
- Support on-site installations and assist service engineers as needed.
Key Responsibilities:
- Install, operate, monitor, and optimise high-speed mobile machinery.
- Set up and adjust equipment based on site requirements.
- Supervise and mentor subcontractors or junior team members (once trained).
- Follow all safety procedures including Risk Assessments and Method Statements.
- Accurately complete all associated documentation.
The Person:
- Experience operating mechanical and/or electrical plant.
- Capable of working independently and safely, often at remote sites.
- Flexible to meet customer demands - including shift work and night shifts.
- Effective communicator with a strong customer focus.
- Organised, self-motivated, and keen to learn and develop further.
- Full UK manual driving licence required (clean preferred).
- Forklift and/or Telehandler licence desirable (not essential).
- Background in the water or process industry an advantage but not required.
What's On Offer:
- Salary: 25,500 starting, increasing to 31,000 after objectives met.
- OTE: Up to 43,000+ per year (12-hour shifts).
- Overtime: Paid at 1.5x (Mon-Sat) and 2x (Sun & Bank Holidays) after 85 hours per fortnight.
- Shift Pattern: 10 days on / 4 days off (with alternating weekends).
Benefits:
- Company van and fuel card provided.
- Paid overtime, shift, and night allowances.
- 28 days' holiday (rising to 33 with service).
- Company pension (after qualifying period).
- Private medical cover (after qualifying period).
- All tools, PPE, and IT equipment provided.
- Ongoing training, development, and mentoring.
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme.
Apply Now!
Looking for a role that offers travel, responsibility, and a long-term career path? Apply today or contact the Acorn by Synergie team to learn more.
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