Site Operator - Anaerobic Digestion

Alecto Recruitment; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Site Operative in North Yorkshire for a role focused on maintaining high operational standards in the Anaerobic Digestion sector. Responsibilities include conducting maintenance, managing site cleanliness, and ensuring safety compliance. The ideal candidate has experience in Anaerobic Digestion or similar environments and is capable of performing mechanical tasks. A competitive salary of up to £32,000 is offered along with various benefits.

Benefits

Life insurance

Company pension

Private dental insurance

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Prior experience in Anaerobic Digestion or similar process-driven environments required.
• Basic equipment maintenance skills necessary.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings and suggest repairs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct planned and reactive maintenance and inspections.
• Ensure site cleanliness and maintain safe working conditions.
• Manage stock and tools to minimize downtime.

Skills

Experience in Anaerobic Digestion

SCADA or DCS systems familiarity

Routine mechanical tasks

Operating telehandlers or wheel loaders

Job description

Site Operative - Anaerobic Digestion

Up to £32,000 per annum, located in North Yorkshire. Alecto Recruitment is working with a leading company in the Anaerobic Digestion sector to find a Site Operative to ensure smooth day-to-day operations, maintain high standards of safety and compliance, and keep the facility running efficiently.

Why Join Our Client?

• Salary up to £32,000
• Benefits, including life insurance, company pension, private dental insurance, and private medical insurance
• Be part of a forward-thinking, growing business in the renewable energy sector
• Play a hands-on role in sustainable energy production and environmental impact
• Work with modern equipment and well-maintained facilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance, inspections, and fault diagnostics
• Maintain site cleanliness, housekeeping, and safe working conditions
• Manage stock, tools, and critical spares to minimise downtime
• Operate site equipment, including weighing, receiving, and dispatching materials
• Take and process samples, ensuring accurate testing and timely data upload
• Organise contractors, service schedules, and ensure compliance with RAMS and permits
• Complete accurate records, reports, and filing in line with site requirements

Skills and Qualifications:

• Prior experience working in Anaerobic Digestion or similar process-driven environments (e.g., wastewater treatment or chemical processing) is essential
• Familiarity with SCADA or DCS systems for plant operation and monitoring is beneficial
• Capable of performing routine mechanical tasks and basic equipment maintenance
• Experience or certification in operating telehandlers, wheel loaders, or comparable mobile plant equipment is considered beneficial
• Able to interpret mechanical drawings and advise on what parts are required to complete repairs

We are an equal opportunities employer. To apply for this role, please send your CV to us or call to discuss.