We are looking for hardworking, dedicated plant operators/team leaders to join our small Woodyard team. It is essential that the successful candidate is self-motivated, can operate as part of a team, and work well alone when required. We have positions available for:
* Woodyard Operator (working on a double day rota)
* Woodyard Operator (day-based role)
* Woodyard Team Leaders
The function of the Woodyard is to provide fuel and fibre to the CHP plant and pulp mill. Specifically, you will operate woodyard vehicles to transport logs and chipped material, operate computerised systems to control the processes and apply plant isolations/issue permits of work.
Woodyard Operator Responsibilities:
* Communicate effectively with team members and management
* Work safely whilst adhering to health, safety and environmental risk assessments, procedures, and production standards
* Offload wagons, maintain a continuous supply of material to chippers, carry out duties to ensure all areas of the plant are maintained and run smoothly
* Operate/monitor plant via control system and react to alarms/plant issues accordingly
* Maintain the plant in a safe condition through observation and inspection, and report faults using the mill reporting system
* Prepare/issue/close off permits
Woodyard Team Leader Responsibilities:
* Carry out Woodyard Operator activities and lead the other operators on shift
* Follow and implement work instructions as identified in the CHP/Woodyard management and standard procedures
* Participate in morning and shut plan meetings
* Run/oversee shuts (applying isolations and permit issue)
* Ensure that all areas of the woodyard are run to optimum efficiency in order to maintain chip piles and A frame levels
* Support the maintenance of plant and equipment in safe working order, through inspection, fault reporting and work requests
Minimum Requirements:
* A valid driving license
* GCSE Grade 4 or above in English, Maths and Science/ICT or equivalent qualification/experience
* Computer literacy skills
* The ability to work comfortably at height
Desired Competencies:
* Practical experience of operating heavy plant (i.e., articulated log handler/wheeled loading shovel)
* Good leadership, organisational and communication skills
* Trained to ILM standards or equivalent (training can be gained in the role)
* Trained in the operation of all Woodyard heavy plant
* IOSH managing safely trained
Offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory checks evidencing a right to work in the UK.
What We Offer:
* A competitive salary
* Fantastic contributory pension plan
* Life assurance
* A range of benefits to support your health and wellbeing (incl. discounted gym membership)
* Opportunities to develop and grow
* Full PPE and annual work wear allowance
* On-site Occupational Health
* On-site staff canteen
* Cycle to work scheme
* Exclusive staff discounts and deals through Benefit Hub
* Social Club with regular events throughout the year
* Family friendly procedures including enhanced maternity leave and menopause procedure
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