Plant Operator
Location: Wissington CO₂ Plant
Department: Production & Mechanical Maintenance
Reports To: Facility Manager
As a Plant Operator at the Wissington CO₂ Plant, you will play a key role in maintaining the reliability, efficiency, and safety of the production site. You will oversee plant operations and perform mechanical maintenance to ensure uninterrupted, high-quality production within all environmental, safety, and cost parameters.
Key Responsibilities
* Ensure all site activities are carried out safely and in line with company and legal standards.
* Monitor and adjust operating parameters to maintain optimal production rates and efficiency.
* Respond quickly to alarms or process upsets, resolving issues safely and efficiently.
* Oversee contractors on-site, including issuing work permits and providing induction training.
* Perform routine operational tasks and quality checks.
* Ensure maintenance work is properly risk-assessed and executed safely.
* Take primary responsibility for routine maintenance and repair of process equipment, supporting contractors as required.
* Contribute to mechanical operations in alignment with budget, schedule, and purchasing processes.
* Develop and oversee the mechanical maintenance program, including pressure equipment.
* Coordinate daily tasks for the mechanical department.
* Supervise and evaluate subcontractor technical services.
* Manage spare parts for the department.
* Identify technical anomalies and propose preventive actions to improve reliability and product quality.
* Participate in mechanical standby/guard duties as required.
Authority
During on-call periods, the Plant Operator has full authority over all mechanical maintenance activities within the scope of the on-call management framework.
Skills & Qualifications
* Completion of relevant technical training and authorizations.
* Solid understanding of AL techniques.
* Trained in Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) related to CO₂ operations.
* Food Safety and HACCP awareness training.
* Strong problem-solving, technical, and decision-making skills.
* Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
Key Working Relationships
Internal:
* SHEQ Department
* Maintenance & Production Teams
* Administrative Assistant
* Purchasing Department
* Warehouse Staff
* Production Manager
Functional Links:
* SQE/MR Facilitators
* Manufacturing Manager
* Purchasing Manager
Delegation in Case of Absence:
A qualified member of the Mechanical Team