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Plant operator

Taunton
YTL UK
Plant operator
Posted: 11 July
Offer description

Are you looking for a new career and enjoy solving problems? We have an exciting opportunity to join the Bioresources West team, working across our sites in Taunton, Burnham-on-Sea, and Yeovil.

This role offers the chance to be part of a forward-thinking team, working with a wide range of equipment, assets, and processes. You'll be encouraged to embrace curiosity and develop new skills beyond your day-to-day responsibilities.


What you'll do

No two days are the same. You'll work in all weather conditions, carrying out a variety of tasks to ensure the smooth operation of our Bioresources treatment centres.

Your responsibilities will include:

* monitoring process performance both in the field and via SCADA systems in the control room
* performing routine maintenance
* taking operational samples
* optimising performance in line with key performance indicators
* collating and reporting data to ensure statutory and regulatory compliance
* ensuring the health, safety, and welfare of yourself, your colleagues, and the public at all times.

You'll work an 11-hour day shift pattern of four days on, four days off. This includes weekends, regular standby duties, and emergency cover when required.


What you'll need

You don't need a background in the water industry. We welcome applicants from all sectors who bring fresh perspectives and ideas.

We're looking for individuals who:

* demonstrate a positive attitude and proactive behaviours
* can work independently and as part of a team
* are natural problem solvers, keen to improve efficiency and effectiveness
* have a flexible approach and can adapt quickly to changing situations.

Essential requirements for this role:

* a valid full UK manual driving licence
* willingness to participate in a shift and a standby rota
* comfortable working with sewage
* commitment to mandatory and upskilling training.


What you'll receive

* A 15% Shift allowance in addition to the advertised salary.
* Standby availability payments in addition to the advertised salary.
* A company van for business use.
* Total pension contributions up to 20%.
* Career progression and professional development opportunities.
* 25 days' holiday rising to 28 with length of service.
* The opportunity to buy up to 10 days' holiday and sell up to five every year.
* A healthcare package that allows you to claim back healthcare costs.
* Life assurance of up to eight times your salary.
* A new electric car in exchange for part of your gross salary.
* Cashback and discounts from more than 3,000 retailers.
* One paid volunteering day each year.
* Enhanced family leave and pay arrangements.
* An interactive health and wellbeing platform.
* Support from mental health first aiders.
* A £1,000 referral fee if you recommend someone to work for us.


Who we are

YTL UK is part of the international YTL Group based in Kuala Lumpur. The UK companies include:

* Wessex Water – one of the top-performing water and sewerage companies in England and Wales, serving 2.9 million people across the South West
* YTL Developments – a major UK developer currently redeveloping a 350 acre former airfield into an award winning, exciting mix of houses, apartments, schools, commercial space, restaurants and hotels, to make a truly sustainable new community
* YTL Construction UK – a top 20 UK contractor providing fully integrated services to infrastructure, residential, commercial, industry, energy and environmental sectors
* YTL Arena – the development and operation of an entertainment complex that includes a 19,000 capacity arena, conferencing and exhibition space
* plus a number of other retail, environmental and specialist businesses.

Our people tell us that YTL UK is a great place to work, which is why so many of them stay with us! You will have a unique opportunity to develop and progress your career within such a diverse group.

We are passionate about diversity and inclusion – with that in mind, all applicants are welcome. We are delighted to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a Disability Confident Employer.

If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please inform a member of our Recruitment team.

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