Wharf Operative - #147598

A rare opportunity has arisen to join the operational team at Portsmouth. Reporting to the Wharf Manager, you will operate mobile and fixed plant to process marine dredged aggregates into sellable products. You will move materials and load vehicles to provide a excellent service to our customers. You will also help the wharf develop in all areas by working alongside the other team members in pushing forward ideas and actions.

About Your Role

• Operate wheeled loading shovel, safely and efficiently
• Operate fixed plant safely and efficiently
• Carry out routine safety and maintenance checks
• Report all accidents, incidents and near misses immediately
• Help keep the site tidy and stock piles well managed.
• Work with the team to comply with SHEQ procedures
• Work with the team to aid customers collecting material
• Work with the team to aid on site activities and improvements
  
  

We're Looking For

• You will ideally hold a licence to operate a loading shovel and hold or be working towards a level 2 VQ for this.
• A good communicator who works well with others.
• Be flexible to working hours as required.
• Good mechanical understanding of fixed and mobile plant.
• Have the ability to problem solve and work with others on solutions.
• Understand the processing of aggregates particularly in a marine environment.
  
  

We'll Offer You

• A competitive salary
• Generous pension
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Life assurance
• Career and professional development
• Free onsite parking
• Employee assistance programme
• Enhanced parental leave
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discounts
• Plus more!
  
  

About Us
Brett is the UK’s largest independently owned building materials Group with over 60 sites across the South, South East, East and Midlands and employing over 750 people.

As a part of the Brett Group, Brett Aggregates supplies sand and gravel, crushed rock and coated products from both land-based and marine sources. With extensive reserves throughout the South and South East, our capability is reinforced by strategic wharves and rail hubs, ensuring consistent supply to major contracts as well as local customers alike.

With a reputation for excellence, we offer superb development opportunities to people keen to be a part of our continued growth. As an independent business we can offer real job satisfaction in an environment which encourages you to contribute, supports you in getting the job done and enables you to become part of a team that delivers building materials for big ideas.

Why Join Brett

• Our people are individuals, we value your input and support you in your professional development.
• We see our people as our greatest strength.
• We work hard to create inclusive environments.
• Grow your skills with ongoing opportunities - our business thrives when our people are at their best, we encourage and support ongoing learning and development.
  
  

Brett Group operates an Equal Opportunities Policy and monitoring. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination in recruitment and employment. We take a zero-tolerance approach to any form of discrimination and are committed to acting professionally and fairly in all our relationships and business dealings. This is not only a legal requirement but is vital for our brand, reputation and the long-term success of our business.

Brett Group operates a preferred supplier list and does not accept agency CVs, unless specifically engaged to work on the role in writing by the People Team. Please do not forward CVs to our recruiters, employees or any other location with the Brett Group. Brett Group will not be responsible for any fees relating to unsolicited CVs or candidate profiles. Furthermore, Brett Group will only accept CVs submitted through our applicant tracking system, any and all CVs sent via email will be immediately deleted and shall not be subject to any agency terms or associated fees.

Should you wish to work with us now or in the future please email the recruitment team at [email protected]