Plant Operator

Job title:

Plant Operator

Company

Hiring People

Job description

Are you ready to join a dynamic, environmentally focused team? On behalf of our client based in the East Midlands, we are looking for a confident, hardworking individual to join their committed and passionate team as a Plant Operator.The business is a forward-thinking, environmentally conscious company dedicated to recycling road sweepings and gully waste, transforming them into high-quality sand and aggregate for resale. With a strong commitment to sustainability, they also operate a small yet expanding fleet of road sweeper vehicles. To fuel their continued growth and success, they are now looking for an additional operator to join their passionate and driven teamDuties & ResponsibilitiesYou will be required to assist in the following areas:

• Start-up/Shut-down of a bespoke soil-washing plant
• Oversee the operation of the plant
• Perform basic maintenance duties such as replacing valves, inspecting pumps etc
• Communicate with team members to ensure optimal performance of the plant
• Take samples to enable quality assurance testing to be carried out
• Operate and input into a preventative maintenance management software
• Perform cleaning duties to ensure the plant is kept in top condition

This role offers room for growth! As you gain experience, you could take on more responsibilities, including managing specific sections of the plant and potentially overseeing entire product lines.

RequirementsPrevious experience in the waste industry or remediation is desirable, as this will show a resilient individual with a good understanding of health and safety.The candidate shall be able to collaborate with people and systems as required. We are looking for someone hard-working, amicable and diligent.Experience and Qualifications

• Waste Sector or Remediation sector experience ideally
• Knowledge of Waste Operations or Soil Washing although full training will be given.
• HSE – although full training shall be given.
• This might suit an Engineering Graduate with a hands-on attitude as there is plenty of room for growth.
• The ability to drive front loaders or 360 excavators is an advantage

Benefits

• Monday to Friday 6.30 am to 4 pm whilst working one Saturday per month (7 am to midday).
• Salary: From £25-£35k per year depending on experience and potential
• Holidays are 25 days plus the 8 Statutory bank holidays.
• Company Pension

How to ApplyIf you are interested in this role and would like to learn more, our client would love to hear from you. Please attach an up to date copy of your CV to the link provided and they will be in direct contact.

Expected salary

£35000 per year

Location

Derby

Job date

Sat, 22 Mar 2025 23:11:20 GMT

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