Biogas Plant Operator — 5-on/3-off, On-Call & SCADA

Astute People; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime

Discretionary Bonus

Other benefits discussed

Job summary

Astute People is seeking a Biogas Site Operator to join a busy site near Bury St Edmunds. You will report to the Plant Manager and help run the anaerobic digestion plant, ensuring safe, efficient operation and strict health and safety standards.

The role offers a basic salary up to £35,000, overtime and a discretionary bonus, plus a benefits package. Shift pattern is 5 on, 3 off days, with on-call duties as required.

Qualifications

• Previous operator experience in a similar processing environment.
• Mobile plant operation experience is essential.
• First line maintenance experience is required.
• Driving licence held and operationally ready in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day running of the anaerobic digestion plant.
• Carry out basic first line maintenance, e.g., pumps.
• Operate mobile plant such as telehandler or loading shovel.
• Work on a 5 on 3 off day shift rotation.
• Participate in on-call rota.
• Monitor the plant via SCADA.
• Keep the site clean and maintain health & safety standards.
• Carry out other duties as required.

Skills

Previous operator experience

Mobile plant experience

First line maintenance experience

Agricultural experience

Great work ethic

Education

Engineering qualification

Full UK Driving Licence

Tools

Telehandler licence

Loading shovel licence

Tractor licence

Job description

Astute People is seeking a Biogas Site Operator to join a busy site near Bury St Edmunds. You will report to the Plant Manager and help run the anaerobic digestion plant, ensuring safe, efficient operation and strict health and safety standards.

The role offers a basic salary up to £35,000, overtime and a discretionary bonus, plus a benefits package. Shift pattern is 5 on, 3 off days, with on-call duties as required.