Loading Shovel Operative, Erith

FM Conway is looking to recruit an experienced Loading Shovel Operative to join the Aggregate and Asphalt division based in Erith. As a Loading Shovel Operative you will be involved in a range of tasks relating to the manufacture of asphalt, including production, dispatch and mobile plant operation. This is a permanent, full‑time position, working a 4 on 4 off shift which covers days and nights.

• Operate the loading shovel and mobile plant equipment
• Assist with the production of asphalt by loading materials into the asphalt plant
• Carry out daily checks and basic maintenance on all mobile plant as required, reporting any defects accurately and in a timely manner
• Operate other items of mobile plant, such as a telehandler and MEWP
• Operate the weighbridge, control dispatching of orders and liaise with the commercial team
• Carry out daily housekeeping duties as required
• Follow site health and safety procedures

To be considered for this role you must hold a full UK driving licence and a valid loading shovel licence. You should have a demonstrable understanding of health and safety legislation and ideally have worked in an asphalt or similar environment.

We offer a range of benefits including career and professional development, life assurance, opportunities for internal and external training and access to a wide range of shopping discounts through our Rewarding Great People platform. You will also receive health and well‑being benefits such as 24‑hour advice lines and support from in‑house mental health first aiders.

Closing Date: 22/05/2026

FM Conway is an award‑winning equal opportunities employer. We recognise that our workforce should reflect our diverse communities and we are proudly committed to creating an inclusive culture in which we celebrate and value individuals from all walks of life. At our heart we are a business that recognises and embraces individuality, so if you are excited about this role but you are unsure if you meet all of the criteria, we encourage you to apply anyway as you may still be the right candidate for this or another role we are recruiting for. We believe in people, not algorithms. That’s why every application is personally reviewed by a member of our Recruitment Team - never by AI. We look forward to receiving your application!