Astute’s Renewables Team is partnering exclusively with a key business and influential player in the UK Anaerobic Digestion market. The company are seeking to crew up their first asset which will be operational in early 2025. We’re looking for motivated individuals who want to make a difference to the UK’s energy transition and who like to work in an outdoors environment.
The Plant Operator role comes with an excellent salary, with overtime available and the chance to progress within the business as more and more plants are built.
If you’re wanting to work for an emerging, key player in the UK biogas sector then please apply below.
Responsibilities and duties
Reporting to the Plant Manager you will:
Operate the anaerobic digestion plant on a day to day basisFeed the plant using a TelehandlerAssist the Maintenance Technician with any maintenance that needs doing on siteKeep the site clean and tidyPerform daily checks on the plant, logging all visual inspectionsRaise any concerns on the plant to your line manager with site safety being a top priorityPerform biological tests (training provided) on the organic matterAlways look for continuous improvement opportunities on sitePerform first line maintenance duties, ie greasing and cleaning of machinery or equipmentCheck lorries in and out on the weighbridgeParticipate in an on-call rota (for which you’re paid)Other duties are required Professional qualifications
We are looking for someone with the following:
Telehandler licence is hugely preferredA recognised engineering qualification is preferred but not essentialOperations and/or agricultural experience is essentialUK driving licence
Personal skills
The Plant Operator role would suit someone who is or has:
A problem-solver and self-starterExcellent verbal and written English languageSomeone hard-working who enjoys working outdoors
Salary and benefits of the Plant Operator role
An excellent basic salary (to be discussed upon application)Overtime availablePerformance related bonusCompany pensionOn call payments25 days holiday
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