Shovel Operator - Heavy Duty

Five M Waste Management LLC is seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Shovel Operator to join our operations team. This opportunity is suited to professionals who have proven experience operating heavy wheel loaders in demanding industrial, waste management, construction, quarry, or infrastructure environments across the UAE or GCC.

The successful candidate will demonstrate sound operational judgment, a strong commitment to workplace safety, and the ability to operate heavy equipment efficiently while protecting people, property, and company assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate Caterpillar wheel loaders, including the CAT 966G or equivalent models, in accordance with company procedures and site safety requirements.
• Carry out daily pre-start inspections by checking engine oil, hydraulic fluid, coolant, tire condition and pressure, lighting systems, brakes, warning devices, and greasing all required pivot points and pins.
• Report mechanical defects, abnormal equipment performance, or safety concerns immediately to the maintenance team and site supervisor.
• Load trucks accurately while maintaining safe working loads and minimizing material spillage.
• Perform stockpiling, aggregate handling, truck loading, waste material movement, civil excavation support and feeding of batching plants, crushers, or other processing equipment.
• Operate the machine with full awareness of hydraulic controls, bucket capacity configurations, equipment stability and manufacturer load limitations.
• Follow designated traffic routes, speed limits, lifting procedures and safe operating practices at all times.
• Maintain effective communication with supervisors, spotters and fellow operators to ensure safe and efficient site operations.
• Keep the assigned equipment clean, serviceable and ready for daily operations.
• Comply with all company policies, environmental requirements and occupational health and safety regulations.

Requirement

• Valid UAE Driving Licence – Category 8 (mandatory).
• 2–5 years of UAE or GCC experience operating mid-to-heavy wheel loaders, including equipment comparable to the Caterpillar 950 or CAT 966 series.
• Practical knowledge of the operating controls and performance characteristics of the CAT 966G, including hydraulic response, bucket configurations and safe load handling practices.
• Demonstrated experience in Stockpiling and material handling, Aggregate movement, Truck loading, Feeding batching plants or crushers, Civil excavation support
• Ability to perform routine equipment inspections and identify mechanical issues requiring maintenance attention.
• Good understanding of safe operating procedures, hazard awareness and equipment care.
• Basic communication skills in English, Hindi, Urdu, or Arabic to understand safety instructions, warning signs and operational directions.
• Reliable work ethic, punctuality, and the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Pay: AED2,500.00 - AED3,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person