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We have an opportunity for an experienced Plant Operator to join our Arboriculture Rail & Inland waterways division based in the Cambridge area. This is a pivotal role supporting our work across a wide range of sites. We are specifically seeking a skilled and experienced operators with a Mech forestry background to join our team.

As a Plant Operator you will work around waterways and utility sites so working experience within these sectors would be advantageous.

Duties required of plant operator are to include but not limited to:

You may be required to use your experience to assist in the scoping of works preparation of method statements and risk assessments.

To be able to read and understand site plans and work according to written or verbal instruction.

You will be required to work in a clean and tidy manor doing your upmost to protect the environment and avoid pollution.

The operator is required to look after all equipment keeping it in a clean and undamaged state all damage to equipment must be reported.

To complete pre start equipment checks record findings and submit as required.

To complete routine maintenance and lubrication of equipment.

To operate any plant or equipment you are trained and competent to use, this may be owned or hired in and will include the use of specialised attachments.

Comply with legislation i.e. Health and safety at work, LOLER, COSHH, Etc

What we offer:

At Ground Control we believe in creating an inspirational environment , and rewarding our employees for their hard work. We offer a wide-ranging benefits program , supporting you to realise your full potential, and are proud to be recognised as a great place to work:

Awards, Accolades and Culture 

• We have been awarded ‘world-class’ status for employee engagement in the 2023 best companies results, ranking at #16 in the ‘Top 100 Large Companies to Work For’ league table.

• Certified B-Corp Accredited, Ground Control has been certified by B Lab, the not-for-profit behind the B Corp movement, as having met rigorous social and environmental standards which represent its commitment to sustainable goals ahead of profit.

• We inclusively support ‘The Race at Work Charter’, ‘Ban the Box’, ‘The Armed Forces Covenant’ and are ‘Disability Confident'

• We invest 5% of our profits into the Evergreen Fund, an investment fund dedicated to sustainability and environmental initiatives.
  
• By 2025 we have committed to planting 1,000,000 trees, having a fully electric fleet, and working towards achieving carbon net zero after becoming carbon neutral in 2020.

• 2 personal choice volunteering days with your fundraising efforts matched up to £500!

Perks and Benefits

• Free gym access if you are Head Office based or subsidised national gym memberships if you are based elsewhere.

• Nursery Vouchers, Cycle to work scheme and Travel loans

• Medigold employee support, Free Flu Jabs, online private GP service and a premium subscription to Calm, the wellbeing app

• A supportive, entrepreneurial working environment that fosters collaboration.

• Training, development, coaching and mentoring plans including our GC Leadership Academy, job specific accreditations and higher education opportunities

• Hybrid working opportunities with time in the office including breakfast Mondays and dog friendly Fridays.

• Financial benefits include yearly bonus scheme, access to Wagestream and employee share options
  

How we work:

We put people at the centre of everything we do.
Everyone is welcome. We’re embracing a culture where difference is valued. Your uniqueness will be celebrated. We believe diversity grows innovation, and innovation creates initiative. Together we’ll succeed in caring for each other, caring for our communities and caring for our Environment. Together, we’re stronger.

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