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Job Title


Anaerobic Digestion Plant Operator


Company : Astute Technical Recruitment Ltd


Location : Melton Mowbray, East Midlands


Created : 2026-03-02


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Astute's Renewables team are partnering with an established agricultural business who own and operate an anaerobic digestion plant to compliment their farming and animal rearing business.Ensure you read the information regarding this opportunity thoroughly before making an application.We're looking to recruit a Plant Operator for a site near Melton Mowbray.The Plant Operator will play a vital role in ensuring the day to day running of the plant.The Plant Operator role comes with a salary up to 35,000 with additional benefits to be discussed at interview stage.If you're looking to work for an organisation that values their employees and would like to work within the renewable energy sector, then submit your CV to apply today.Responsibilities and duties of the Plant Operator role Reporting to the Plant Manager you will: Day to day operations on the Anaerobic Digestion plant Being part of an on call rota Operating the plant using SCADA/DCS systems, ensuring performance is stable via the control screens Completing routine site checks, reading and sampling Visual inspections and fault finding on plant and equipment Carrying out first line maintenance, such as basic isolations and component changes Feeding fuel/feedstock into the plant using hoppers Operating a telehandler on site Supporting the depacking (training provided) Ensure that health and safety is adhered to at all times, without fail Perform any housekeeping duties that need doing Other duties as required Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following: Telehandler licence or proven experience using and driving a Telehandler Demonstrable experience of working alone and in upholding great H&S standards Experience in an anaerobic digestion or agricultural, production or process environment A relevant Engineering degree is desired but not required UK driving licence Personal skills The Plant Operator role would suit someone who is: A problem-solver and self-starter Someone hard-working who enjoys working outdoors Salary and benefits of the Plant Operator role Salary up to 35,000 Call out fees of 25 Onsite accommodation available at nominal cost Overtime available Other benefits to be discussed LI-RE1 INDREN Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation.We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK.Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. xjdpvnf We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.