Heavy Plant Operator Job In Carlow

Job Description

We have an exciting vacancy for a Heavy Plant Operator to join our busy and expanding Post-Production team here at FLI Precast Solutions, a leading precast manufacturer. The Heavy Plant Operator will assist and support in the movement of products around site and final loading of products for dispatch. Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operation of a range of heavy plant machinery including, but not limited to, Combilift Skip, Shunter, various size Forklifts, Straddle Carrier, etc.
• Act as banksman for gantry crane operation including goliath crane.
• Act as relief operator for goliath crane.
• Assist in strapping down of loads.
• Provide on-the-job training to trainees in the department.
• Actively learn from senior members of team.
• Performance of all tasks per health, safety and quality standards.
• Ensuring work area is kept clean and clutter/hazard free.
• Act as a role model for health and safety practices within team.
• Completion of other reasonable tasks which may be assigned.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Prior experience in operating heavy plant vehicles and lifting equipment an advantage.
• Prior experience in movement of heavy loads an advantage.
• Prior experience working in precast industry an advantage but not essential.
• Knowledge of precast lifting and movement processes an advantage.
• Enthusiastic and motivated with a willingness to learn.
• Ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a team.
• Flexibility of duties and working hours.
• Awareness and respect for health and safety rules and procedures.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Proven record of good timekeeping and attendance.

About FLI:FLI Precast Solutions design and manufacture precast concrete elements for various applications. We provide a service to clients which allows traditional built concrete infrastructure to be manufactured off site. Our core values include prioritising safety, quality service and product through our focus on people, teamwork and efficiency. We build relationships with clients by adding value through our creative approach to solving problems and delivering projects on time.