AD Operator - AMUR

As an AD Operator, you'll be an important contributor to the safe and efficient operation of our anaerobic digestion plant, ensuring production targets are met and the plant runs smoothly.,

• Operate plant control systems for start-up, continuous operation, shutdown, and testing.
• Conduct routine inspections, first-line fault-finding, and minor repairs.
• Keep a close eye on plant performance, log defects, and proactively provide feedback to improve reliability and efficiency.
• Accept feedstock deliveries in compliance with waste acceptance procedures and operate telehandler/forklift equipment.
• Safely load digestate material for removal from the site.
• Monitor the site out of hours via electronic systems on a rota basis and attend site for breakdowns when required (including weekends and bank holidays).
• Maintain site cleanliness and comply with Health, Safety, Environmental Agency, and Animal Health regulations.
• Stay up to date on the site's legislative requirements and always ensure full compliance.
  
  Production environment experience, ideally within AD or agriculture.
• Familiarity with automated AD plant machinery.
• Multi-skilled with a clear, positive attitude to support plant operations.
• Computer literate with proficiency in MS Office (e.g., Teams, Excel) and ability to learn new systems.
• Good technical or operational background in an engineering discipline.
• Comfortable working at height and in confined spaces, including use of raised walkways, steps, and ladders.
• Experience with Lean manufacturing and Continuous Improvement practices is advantageous.
• Willingness to contribute to a team environment and take on additional projects as needed.
  
  Contract and Shift Details: Permanent, 4 on 4 off 12-hour shifts (including on-call/monitoring requirements).
Are you experienced in production, anaerobic digestion (AD), or an agricultural/farming environment? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join a small, collaborative team within a well-established business.,
• A competitive salary with annual review.
• Incentive bonus for everyone
• Matched employer pension contribution up to 10%.
• Enhanced benefit for holiday, family, carer, adoption and parental leave.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• AB Agri benefits portal offering discounts and vouchers at 100s of retailers.
• Discounts available on ABF sister company products.
• A company passionate about training, development and creating a truly inclusive culture where everyone can do their best work.
• A wide range of flexible, opt-in benefits including dental, private medical and personal travel insurance using salary sacrifice.