You will join as a Plant Operatorto assist in the safe operation of the Anaerobic Digestion (AD) plant. This is a hands-on role, assisting with the intake, sorting and loading of food waste arriving on site. The role will assist with routine checking and maintenance activities and be part of a team which operates the site.
Plant Operator Requirements
The role will need to follow health and safety and environmental regulations; ensure high standards of housekeeping and cleanliness are maintained on the site. Biogen will provide training and development required for the role.
You must demonstrate a positive attitude towards Health and Safety and working with regulatory bodies, HSE, Environment Agency etc.
The successful candidate will ideally have some relevant experience from a related industry and will ideally hold a driving licence. Telehandler experience and a certificate would be an advantage, but training will be provided if not already held. The role will work Monday to Friday and from time to time weekends on a rota basis. Overtime is paid for approved additional hours worked.
About Biogen (UK) Ltd
Biogen is the UK’s leader in anaerobic digestion (AD) and one of the largest independent AD operators in the UK. Having expanded its food waste recycling network through acquisition, it has a combined network of nineteen AD plants located across England, Scotland and Wales that provide cost-effective, low carbon, food and organic waste management solutions. Working with supermarkets, the hospitality industry, food manufacturers and local authorities across the UK, the AD sites recycle over half a million tonnes of food waste each year.
Location: Merthyr Road, Llwydcoed, Aberdare, CF44 0BX
Job Type: Full Time, permanent, 40 hours per week
Salary: £28,516.80 pa + Overtime
Benefits: 25 days holiday + bank holidays, 4% employer pension and x4 life assurance
You may have experience of the following: Plant Operator, Plant Assistant, Plant Operative, Waste Management, Warehouse Assistant, Warehouse Operative, Health and Safety, H&S, Health & Safety, Recycling Assistant, maintenance fitter etc
Plant Operator in Aberdare employer: Biogen UK
Biogen (UK) Ltd is an exceptional employer for a Plant Maintenance Engineer, offering a dynamic work environment focused on sustainability and innovation in food waste recycling. With comprehensive training opportunities, including WAMITAB competency standards and NEBOSH certification, employees are encouraged to grow their skills while enjoying a supportive team culture. Located in the picturesque Baxterley, the company provides competitive salaries, generous leave, and a strong commitment to employee well-being, making it a rewarding place to build a career.
