Job Description

Assistant Plant Operator

Are you passionate about contributing to sustainable energy solutions? Toro Recruitment are working closely with an energy from waste facility based in Gloucestershire who are seeking a new Assistant Plant Operator to join their dynamic team.

Key Responsibilities of an Assistant Plant Operator

• Safety and Compliance: Understand and comply with all health, safety, and environmental policies and legislation.
• Training and Competence: Develop competence in accordance with Gloucestershire Energy from Waste Safety Rules.
• Plant Operations: Conduct regular plant walk-downs and inspections to maintain safe and efficient operations. Log findings, report defects, and address safety concerns.
• Emergency Response: Be prepared to respond correctly to emergency scenarios as instructed by the Shift Team Leader.
• System Operations: Assist with testing and routine operations of plant systems.
• Material Handling: Manage the receipt and dispatch of facility inputs and outputs.
• Equipment Operation: Operate overhead gantry cranes and mobile plant.
• Plant Maintenance: Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly plant environment.
• Shift Cover: Provide coverage during sickness, holidays, or training.
• Data Reporting: Collect and report data as directed by the Shift Team Leader.

What we are looking for:

• Operational Background: Experience in a continuous process industry, preferably within power generation, defense sectors, or related fields with dynamic work environments.
• Practical Skills: Basic mechanical fitting tasks or mobile plant operation skills are advantageous.
• Knowledge: Familiarity with environmental permits, health and safety protocols, safe working practices, and outage management.
• Inclusion Commitment: We are committed to diversity and equal opportunities. We welcome applications from disabled individuals.

Job Details:

• Type: Full-time, Permanent
• Salary: £36,000.00 per year
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Health and wellbeing program
• On-site parking
• Sick pay
• 12-hour shifts (day and night rotations)
• Location: Stonehouse, Gloucestershire

If you are ready to make a positive impact and contribute to a greener future, apply now!