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Job Title: Shovel Driver
Location: Ruthin
Salary: £28,500 - £30,068 per annum (DOE)
Hours: 4-on 4-off shifts (Days: 06:00-18:00 & Nights: 18:00-06:00)
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Ready to drive change in a sustainable future?
Blazer's Fuels Ltd - part of Newbridge Energy Ltd - is a UK leader in premium wood fuel manufacturing. We're all about green energy, top-quality biomass products, and serious innovation. Our fuels are ENplus®, BSL, Woodsure, and HETAS certified - and made exclusively from 100% virgin British wood residue.
Now, we're looking for a Skilled Shovel Driver to join our high-performing team and help keep our cutting-edge plant running safely, smoothly, and sustainably.
What You'll Be Doing
Operating a JCB excavator, you'll play a key role in our production and logistics team by:
- Moving materials and products safely around the plant
- Loading silos and sorting/blending product
- Managing burner operations and monitoring product quality
- Recording bucket weights and completing documentation
- Handling ash waste and ensuring proper disposal
- Performing daily safety checks and maintaining excellent cab hygiene
- Keeping workspaces clean and hazard-free
- Reporting issues and contributing to continuous improvement
What We're Looking For
To succeed in this role, you'll need:
- A valid Shovel Driver / Rough Terrain Licence (or equivalent)
- At least 1 year's experience operating mobile plant machinery
- Good paperwork and numeracy skills
- A full, clean UK driving licence
- Strong safety awareness and a proactive work ethic
- Desirable (but not essential):
- 5 GCSEs (grades 9-5 / A*-C or equivalent)
- IOSH Working Safely qualification or equivalent
We're looking for someone reliable, self-motivated, and collaborative - with a "can-do" attitude, attention to detail, and a strong desire to get the job done right.
Why Join Us?
It's an exciting time to join Newbridge Energy. We're growing fast, investing in innovation, and building a positive, people-first culture under dynamic new leadership.
Here's what we offer:
- A stable, full-time role in a growing green energy business
- Competitive salary and regular shifts
- A chance to work in a purpose-driven, future-focused company
- Supportive, inclusive environment with development opportunities
- We're an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments - we'd be happy to help.
Ready to Apply?
Click the APPLY button now to submit your CV and cover letter - and start your journey with us at Newbridge Energy.
Please note: We are managing this vacancy directly and are not accepting agency CVs at this time.
Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; Shovel Driver, Loading Shovel Driver, Loading Shovel Operator, Wheel Loading Shovel Operator, Shovel Operator, 360 Excavator Operator, 360 Operator, Digger Driver, Excavator Operator, Front-End Loader Operator, Heavy Equipment Operator, Plant Operator, Machine Driver, Loader Driver, Grab Driver, Yard Operative (Loading Shovel), Material Handler/360 Material Handler, Excavator/Loading Shovel Operator, Shredder & Shovel Operator, Quarry Loader Operator will also be considered for this role.
