Heavy Equipment Operator

Reports to - The Heavy Equipment Operator will report to the Solid Waste Operations Manager.

The successful candidate will work in our materials recovery facility along with the team who are responsible for the segregation & loading of incoming & out-going waste material.

About The Role

What the job involves:

• Segregation of incoming waste material using a materials handler equipped with a sorting grab into stockpiles.
• Loading of walking floor trailers for out-going waste with a materials handler.
• Loading of trucks and trailers for out-going waste with loading shovel.
• Shunting of trailers on site.
• Loading of sorting lines for segregation of waste material with a materials handler.
• Supervision and operation of sorting lines on a daily basis.
• Regular washing of yard and general housekeeping.
• Accurate recording and safe unloading of third-party customer loads.
• Adhere to regular maintenance schedule of all machinery in the MRF.
• Understand the job system and with the ability to work with a team.

Experience Required

• 3 plus years’ experience in the waste & recycling or construction industry.
• Good time management and ability to work under your own initiative is required.
• Must be able to work with & as part of a team.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment to meet deadlines without compromising safety & productivity.
• Work closely with the site supervisor and management.
• Have good time management skills and be able to show initiative.
• Be self-motivated, enthusiastic and committed to succeed in this fast-paced role.
• Have a full clean driving license. C and C1 licence a plus but not essential.
• Hold valid Safe Pass and Manual Handling Certificates.
• Valid CSCS Card (360 Excavator) ticket essential, other construction tickets would be an advantage.
• Comfortable working with varying equipment types from 5.0T to 25T.

Required Criteria

• 3 plus years’ experience in the waste & recycling or construction industry.
• Have a full clean driving license
• Hold valid Safe Pass and Manual Handling Certificates.
• Valid CSCS Card (360 Excavator) ticket essential, other construction tickets would be an advantage.

Desired Criteria

• C and C1 licence

Skills Needed

About The Company

Guided by our mission to grow sustainably and equitably, we are committed to delivering innovative, environmentally responsible, and cost-effective services. We continuously invest in our people, embrace cutting-edge technologies, and promote a circular economy through waste reduction, reuse, and recycling—while maintaining exceptional customer care.

Sustainability Highlights

• Achieved a 50% reduction in CO₂ emissions.

• Improved collection route efficiency by 20%.

• Transitioning our entire fleet of cars and vans to Electric Vehicles.

• Committed to planting 50,000 trees to offset operational emissions.

• Purchasing 100% renewable electricity for our operations.

• Expanding our renewable energy capacity with solar panels on office rooftops.

We strive to be recognised not only for our reliability and flexibility but also as a leader in sustainable waste management. Our goal is to set the standard in the industry through forward-thinking solutions that benefit our employees, our customers, and the environment.

Company Culture

At Walsh Waste & Recycling, the company fosters a welcoming and friendly culture where staff members from diverse backgrounds collaborate to deliver high-quality customer service. The company invests in continuous employee development and training to maintain these standards. Based in Oranmore, all company departments operate from the same site, which is close to local amenities and only a 2-minute drive from the M6 motorway. Whether in the office, yard, garage, or on the road, Walsh Waste & Recycling ensures staff have the best equipment to perform their jobs effectively. The vehicle fleet is regularly upgraded and well-maintained in the on-site garage, and the office spaces are newly refurbished with modern equipment and energy efficiencies to reduce environmental impact.

Company Benefits

Benefits:

• Opportunities for career advancement.

• Employee Referral Bonus Scheme.

• Social Events – Christmas, Summer BBQ, Sports.

• Discounted rates on skip hire.

• Increase Annual Bonus based on length of service.

• Increase Annual Leave based on length of service.

Vacation, Paid time off, Performance bonuses, Employee discounts, Referral bonus, Long service recognition, Social Opportunities, Progression opportunities, Long service awards

Salary

Not disclosed