Ashton Recruitment is currently recruiting Heavy Plant Operatives for our clients based in Belfast Harbour. Ideally our clients are recruiting for Excavator Drivers, Crane Operators, Dumper Drivers, Loading Shovel Operators, and Telehandlers. If you have previous experience in one of the relevant machinery our client will be able to offer further training for other machinery.
Position: Heavy Plant Operators
Location: Belfast
Duration: Temporary to Permanent (permanent positions available dependant on Performance, Timekeeping & Attendance)
Rate of Pay: £16 per hour
Overtime: £21 per hour paid after 44 hours
Hours of Work:
Tuesday to Saturday, 7am to 7pm (1 day off between Tuesday to Saturday)
Off on Sundays & Mondays
OR
Sunday to Thursday, 7am to 7pm (1 day off between Sunday to Thursday)
Off on Fridays & Saturdays
Applicants would need to be flexible with client working hours as they may be required to work overtime during busy periods.
Benefits: Free on-site car parking, over time available, pension and holiday contributions, PPE Supplied
Duties will include (but not be limited to):
Assisting the loading and unloading of materials
Driving various machinery
Assisting in the movement of goods
Working in a safe and timely fashion to ensure all deadlines are met
Working in accordance with health and safety regulations
Great training opportunities
All other labouring and cleaning duties as required.
Essential Criteria:
2 Years' Experience driving any of the following -
Loading Shovels
Excavators
Dumper Drivers
Note: Our client will supply PPE (Not including Safety Boots) and undertake Drug & Alcohol Tests unannounced.
Ashton Recruitment is acting as a Recruitment Business.
Updated: 02 December 2025
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