Plant Operator

JR United Kingdom; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative renewable energy facility is seeking a Senior Plant Operator to manage operations focused on anaerobic digestion. This dynamic role involves monitoring processes, operating mobile machinery, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Join a people-centric team dedicated to sustainability and operational excellence in a rewarding industry. This opportunity is perfect for those looking to advance their careers in a forward-thinking environment, where your contributions will have a meaningful impact on the future of energy production.

Benefits

Call-out Allowance

Paid Overtime

Monday–Friday Schedule

Qualifications

• Experience in anaerobic digestion or wastewater facilities is essential.
• Skilled in operating various mobile plant machinery.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safe and efficient running of plant operations.
• Monitor anaerobic digestion processes and operate mobile machinery.

Skills

Anaerobic Digestion Experience

Mobile Machinery Operation

Health & Safety Practices

Communication Skills

Teamwork Abilities

Mechanical Awareness

Tools

Cranes

Forklifts

Tractors

Telescopic Trucks

Job description

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Toro Recruitment is currently recruiting for a Senior Plant Operator to join their client's anaerobic digestion (AD) facility.

The Senior Plant Operator will be responsible for overseeing the safe and efficient running of plant operations, with a specific focus on anaerobic digestion processes. Applicants must have prior experience working on an AD or Wastewater facility to be considered for this role.

• Monitor the anaerobic digestion process through visual inspections and PLC systems.
• Operate a range of mobile machinery, including cranes, forklifts, tractors, and telescopic trucks.
• Assist with material handling, loading/unloading, and maintaining high site standards.
• Support the engineering team in completing preventative and reactive maintenance.
• Ensure full adherence to Health & Safety procedures across the site.
• Proven experience working within an anaerobic digestion facility is essential.
• Skilled in operating mobile plant and machinery within an industrial setting.
• Solid understanding of Health & Safety practices in a processing or energy environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Mechanical awareness and the ability to follow operational procedures closely.

What This Role Offers:

• Base salary of £35,000 – £37,000 per annum.
• Additional call-out allowance worth approximately £5,000 per year.
• Paid overtime for any work carried out beyond core hours.
• Monday–Friday, 7:30 am–4:00 pm Call out 1 in 4

Work in a forward-thinking renewable energy facility with a people-focused management team.

This is a standout opportunity for an experienced Senior Plant Operator with anaerobic digestion knowledge to take the next step in a rewarding, future-driven industry.

Apply now to join a team dedicated to sustainability and operational excellence.