AD Plant Maintenance & Operations Technician

AD Plant Maintenance & Operations Technician

Full time - 4 on 4 off – days (7am-7pm)

Crowle, North Lincolnshire

We are currently looking to recruit a practical and self-motivated individual with a broad skill set and a passion for development.

A full training programme will be offered to the successful candidate.

Experience of working within an on-call rota is desirable but not essential.  

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Work as part of a team to manage and maintain the plant through control systems like SCADA to ensure optimal performance.
• Be proactive in response to plant alarms and call outs to minimise downtime.
• Develop knowledge and skills through a thorough training programme.
• Ensure that the plant operates in compliance with all Health & Safety, environmental and other requirements.
• Complete vehicle training (Telehandler, Tractor, MEWP).
• This role is often hands-on and requires a level of physical fitness as well as a flexible approach to working hours and call outs.
• Maintain accurate detailed records of daily activities, plant performance and compliance checks.
• Monitor the plant via SCADA control systems for fault-finding to prevent break-downs.
• Use a variety of equipment for on-site tasks, including repairs and maintenance.
• Follow set feed plans and sample testing procedures as directed for the input of organic materials such a food waste, slurry and energy crops.
• Complete daily plant, housekeeping and maintenance tasks to a high standard.
• Attend staff meetings and complete reports for staff handovers and to management as required.

Desirable requirements:

• Willingness to work and learn within the Anaerobic Digestion Industry.
• Develop an understanding and adhere to site compliance requirements.
• Confident to work independently and as part of a strong team with a flexible approach.
• To be methodical and practical within your approach to work.
• Hold a full UK driving license.
• Have a basic understanding of IT (Outlook & Excel) and be willing to develop a knowledge of the plants SCADA system.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills

Package includes:

• To be a valued member of the team in a family run business
• 6 monthly appraisals
• Annual pay review
• Individual discretionary bonus issued annually
• Production bonus of up to £6,500 per year
• Access to a company pension
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays (returned in lieu should these be worked)
• All relevant workwear (Helly Hansen) provided
• Full PPE
• Full training package on the plant systems of work
• Regular CPD
• Opportunity to upskill your current knowledge in Mechanical, Electrical and Maintenance hands on experience
• Vehicle training (telehandler, tractor, and MEWP)
• Company mobile phone
• Access to the works vehicle for your on-call shifts
• Company social events
• Team days out

Starting salary will vary depending on experience of Anaerobic Digestion between £30,000 - £35,000.

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please click ‘apply’ to be considered.

Closing date for applications is Monday 10th November 2025.  

The interview process will consist of two stages.