Overview
Astute's Power Team are currently recruiting for an Assistant Plant Operator to join the Operator on an Operational Waste to Energy plant in Exeter on a 3 months initial contract, with a potential for an extension.
The Assistant Plant Operator position offers a day rate from £300.00 to £350.00 per day inside IR35 (PAYE).
Responsibilities
* Monitoring and operating plant equipment, to ensure efficient and continuous plant operations.
* Make plant rounds/inspections to check conditions of plant equipment and record operational data on log sheets.
* Operate handing systems including remote access cranes, traffic management systems and other mobile plant equipment.
* Conduct some basic maintenance tasks as required.
* Proficient with the use of hand tools.
* Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
* Demonstrate well-rounded general skills with an understanding of plant operations.
* Communicate effectively with a logical approach to problem solving.
* Practical skills including basic fitting or similar would be an advantage, but not essential.
* CPCS card or other Plant Operator licences would be an advantage (forklift/telehandler).
* A good understanding of industrial Health & Safety practices would be an advantage.
* DCS/SCADA experience on an operational plant would be beneficial.
Location, Day Rate and Timeframe
Location: Exeter
Day rate: £300.00 to £350.00 per day (Inside IR35)
Start date: November 2025
Employer and Compliance
INDPOW
Astute People are acting as an employment business 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. We endeavour to get back to everyone; however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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