Company Description
O.C.O Technology Ltd specialises in carbon capture, sustainable construction products, and waste treatment. Pioneers in the field of carbonation mineralization since 2012, the company operates three sites in the UK—Wretham, Avonmouth, and Leeds—with global operations. Using its innovative Accelerated Carbonation Technology (ACT), O.C.O Technology captures carbon dioxide as stable carbonate minerals and converts thermal residues into carbon-neutral aggregates for sustainable construction. Their patented material, M-LS (Manufactured LimeStone), is widely used in the construction industry. Additionally, ACT serves as an effective waste treatment method, stabilizing contaminants and reducing disposal costs.
Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site role as a Shift Supervisor located in Avonmouth. Working a 3-shift rota and reporting to the Senior Shift Supervisor, the jobholder is responsible for leading a small production team including a Team Leader, Quality Control Site Operative, Loading Shovel Operator and Site Operatives and appropriate contractors and suppliers, to deliver the safe and efficient operation of the aggregate manufacturing plant.
Often being the most senior person on site, the role is to ensure your team comply with all legal and operational requirements as detailed within the manuals, systems and permits, whilst achieving the production volume and quality targets.
Activities include carrying out daily, weekly and monthly checks as detailed in the site operating, cleaning and maintenance procedures. To plan and manage your team efficiently to ensure continuous operation, with proactive identification of potential breakdowns of the plant and equipment. Undertake repairs with the Maintenance Engineers and liaise with other Shift Supervisors.
Essential Skills / Experience:
* Significant experience within a production industry, in supervision, team leadership, and workflow management
* Strong team worker with ability to lead and motivate in a physically demanding environment.
* Confident and diplomatic communicator, both written and verbal, demonstrating attention to detail, with excellent computer and administrative skills.
* Willingness to be innovative, work under their own initiative, with strong organisational skills, being able to plan, prioritise and organise various tasks at the same time.
* Sound judgement skills with a rational approach to leading a team, and delivering the best customer service, both internally and externally.
* Ability to identify areas for improvement and implement system changes to the manufacturing process within a growing business.
* Hands on approach to train and develop your team across a range of activities including confined space working, mobile plant operation, maintenance and cleaning and operation of the production process.
* Be able to demonstrate their competency in these areas - Safety, Health and Environmental.
* Must have a flexible approach to work and be contactable out of hours
* Proficiency in reporting, data analysis, and operational performance tracking
* Knowledge of health and safety protocols, compliance standards, and quality control procedures
* Ability to operate and troubleshoot plant equipment and machinery
Desirable Skills / Experience:
* Experience in waste treatment, construction materials, or a related industry is advantageous
* Relevant certification or training in plant operations, engineering, or safety protocols is beneficial