Plant Operator

Gold Group Ltd; Rushden; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK-based renewable energy company seeks a reliable Biogas Site Operator for its facility near Rushden. The role involves operating anaerobic digestion systems, ensuring safety compliance, and conducting maintenance checks. Competitive pay with benefits including life assurance and paid holiday entitlement are offered in a positive working environment.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Well-being support

Health Care Cash Plan

Paid holiday entitlement

Statutory Sick Pay Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in biogas or anaerobic digestion environments preferred.
• Competent in SCADA systems or similar control platforms.
• Willingness for out-of-hours call-out duty.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor anaerobic digestion process, including all systems.
• Conduct daily maintenance checks and report faults.
• Manage feedstock deliveries and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

SCADA systems

Anaerobic digestion

Biogas operations

Health and Safety Compliance

Feedstock handling

Education

HSE qualifications (e.g., IOSH)

Tools

Monitoring platforms

Forklift operational training

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Waste to Energy (Biogas, AD) Power Generation, Water, Wastewater Treatment - Global recruitment solutions: Engineering [phone] -…

The company is a leading UK-based renewable energy company specializing in transforming organic waste into sustainable energy solutions. With over four decades of experience, the company has established itself as a key player in the waste-to-energy sector, focusing on anaerobic digestion (AD) and biogas production.

• Job Title: Biogas Site Operator
• Location: Northampton / Rushden, UK
• MUST HAVE WORK PERMITS FOR THE UK
• Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday (It is a 4 on 4 off shift pattern alternating between days and nights) - Details on the shift rate will be given on application – Shift rates are equivalent to the offered salary
• Life Assurance, Well-being support and Health Care Cash Plan. Paid holiday entitlement of 22 days per annum, plus 8 paid bank/public holidays per annum. Statutory Sick Pay Scheme, 3 months’ probation, Life Assurance Scheme.

Biogas Site Operator

We are seeking a reliable and proactive Biogas Site Operator to join our team at our anaerobic digestion (AD) facility located near Northampton and Rushden. This role involves the safe and efficient operation of the biogas plant, including feedstock handling, plant monitoring, maintenance support, and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor all aspects of the anaerobic digestion process, including CHP engines, gas upgrading systems, pumps, digesters, and control systems.
• Ensure continuous, safe, and efficient operation of the plant in line with operational targets and environmental regulations.
• Conduct daily checks and routine maintenance tasks; report any faults or abnormalities.
• Manage feedstock deliveries and monitor feed rates.
• Take samples and carry out basic on-site lab tests (e.g., pH, TS/VS).
• Record and input operational data into plant management systems.
• Liaise with contractors, drivers, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth operation.
• Support shutdowns, servicing, and other scheduled maintenance activities.
• Adhere to all site HSE policies, reporting near misses and ensuring good housekeeping at all times.

Requirements

• Experience in biogas, anaerobic digestion, utilities, waste, or a similar process environment is preferred.
• Competency in using SCADA systems or similar control/monitoring platforms.
• Ability to work independently and respond effectively to issues in a hands-on role.
• Willingness to participate in an out-of-hours rota for call-outs or alarms.
• A full UK driving licence is required due to the rural location of the site.

Desirable Qualifications

• IOSH or similar HSE qualification
• Forklift or telehandler licence
• Confined Space or First Aid training

Are you a qualified experienced Site Operator with experience on an biogas, anaerobic digestion, utilities, waste please send me your CV – [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Services for Renewable Energy and Oil and Gas

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