Process Operator day shifts 4 on 4 off

We have an exciting opportunity for a Process Operator to join a great team of people and make a difference within a supportive and values-led Organisation.

Overall Purpose of the Role:

Working on a 4 on 4 off day shift pattern, 6am to 6pm, the Process Operator is responsible for the safety and compliance of operational maintenance of plant equipment by smooth operation of the plant.

The general shift activities include:

To receive and process incoming waste material ensuring that it is compliant with the permitted waste types in order to feed the process accordingly, maximising energy output and cost effectiveness by smooth operation of the plant. The day-to-day activities include;

• Operating oil process machinery consistently to optimise the recipe for the type of waste received and load results
• To safely and effectively tip trailers and tankers of waste
• To manage the cleanliness of the reception, pads and overall site
• To maintain equipment effectively including; greasing, routine maintenance checks. To ensure that reports any equipment defects or lack of resources to the Engineering Manager

Key Areas of Responsibility being:

• Receiving in and processing all types of waste vehicles that includes inspection and testing for M&I and FFA
• Review loads that arrive with a view of acceptance before paperwork is signed and when vehicles are to leave site. (If unsure, ask)
• Contain and clear any spillages on site in an efficient and safe manner when required
• Ensure any vehicles leave the Reception Hall to the required hygiene standard.
• Maintain excellent workplace organisation & good housekeeping
• Ensuring provisions are in place to allow adherence of VET & EA requirements (i.e. footbaths always in operation, no waste is spilt outside the reception hall, not accepting waste where the EWC code does not feature on our permitted list, doors not left open for prolonged periods etc.)
• Completing daily Mechanical Handling Equipment checks on all equipment, checking and logging these as required
• Adhere to the Site Health & Safety policy in all work activities
• Running a steam boiler safely and efficiently
• Steaming IBCs of oils and fats for processing
• Undertake any course of instruction necessary to obtain or maintain the required skill level for this role
• Ensuring that time keeping, and punctuality is maintained at an acceptable level.
• De-boxing and De-packing of waste to recycle as much as possible.
• Assisting fellow Process Operators with daily processes
• To undertake such other activities as may reasonably be required from time to time and which are within the competence of the job holder.
• Follow company procedures

To undertake such other activities as may reasonably be required from time to time and which are within the competency of the job holder.

Working times are 4 on 4 off shift pattern, days, 6am to 6pm.

Company Benefits: Life assurance scheme; employee assistance program; company pension scheme; recognition of passing probation; lifeworks perks; health cash plan; employee referral program; recognition of 2 years’ service; recognition of 5 years’ service; recognition of 10 years’ service; staff ideas inbox; company newsletter; buy/sell annual leave scheme, cycle to work scheme.

BioteCH4 own and operate a group of anaerobic digestion facilities across the UK. We also provide biological support, emergency response and feedstock supply to other operators within the industry. Our industry expertise means we not only have the knowledge and experience to deal with all the food waste the UK produces. We also have the capacity to handle whatever quantity you need us to, from the majority of sectors across each of our plants. In 2023 BioteCH4 handled 602,318 tonnes of waste, applied 416,732 tonnes of digestate to land, and generated 296,896 MWh of energy.

Changing Waste is an industrial processor of waste located in the East Riding of Yorkshire. It is designed to handle a wide range of waste feedstocks. Through a variety of different processes that utilise the waste as a raw material to create a blend for anaerobic digestion, which in turn is used to generate electricity and gas that is 100% renewable and exported to the national grid.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £28,939.80 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift

Experience:

• Process Operator: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Forklift Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 17/11/2024