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Production Operator – New Waste-to-Energy Facility
Kelvedon, Colchester
£37,700 – £46,800 (including 30% shift allowance)
Days: 8:00 – 16:30 (Alternative: 7:00 – 19:00)
Permanent | Full-time | 40 hours/week

Are you ready to be part of something big from day one?

We are currently seeking Production Operators to join a brand-new, cutting-edge waste-to-energy facility set to process 600,000 tonnes of black bin waste annually. With state-of-the-art technology and a strong commitment to safety, sustainability, and innovation, this is a rare opportunity to play a crucial role in the operational launch and long-term performance of a major new site.

What you’ll be doing:

Operating and coordinating production processes to ensure stable and efficient site operations

Implementing and managing Process and Operational Safety Plans

Monitoring operational parameters to remain within design limits

Keeping production and material handling areas clean, tidy, and well-maintained

Coordinating with external service providers and technical equipment partners

Participating in improvement projects to enhance operational performance and compliance

What we’re looking for:

Previous experience in a factory, production, or heavy industrial environment

A mechanical mindset and practical understanding of operating equipment

A team player with a proactive attitude and willingness to learn

Comfortable working in a dynamic, large-scale industrial facility

What’s in it for you:

Competitive salary: £29,207 – £36,039 + 30% shift allowance = £37,700 – £46,800 total potential earnings

Bonus: Up to 2.5% annual bonus

Holidays: 25 days + bank holidays, increasing to 31 days with long-term service (plus your birthday off after 2 years!)

Work with cutting-edge technology (60.5 MW turbines, advanced flue gas treatment systems)

Be part of a major environmental solution for UK waste management

Learn from leading equipment suppliers as systems are commissioned and optimised

A unique opportunity:

This is more than just a job—it’s your chance to join a completely new team at the start of a major operation. Whether you’re looking for technical development, long-term stability, or the excitement of helping shape a new facility, this role offers a rewarding next step in your production career.

No sponsorship available for this position.

Apply now to be part of the launch team at one of the UK’s most innovative energy-from-waste sites