Lead Process operator

Join the Climate-Tech Revolution at Concrete4Change (C4C)** Position: Lead Process (Commissioning) Operator (Job title flexible) Location: Nottingham, UK Type: Full-Time Start Date: Immediate Visa Sponsorship: Available About Us Concrete4Change (C4C) is a deep-tech R&D company pioneering a breakthrough technology to permanently mineralise CO₂ in concrete. Our innovation is globally recognised, winning awards from the United Nations, Royal Academy of Engineering, and the COP26 Climate Challenge Cup. We are backed by industry giants Siam Cement Group and Goldbeck GmbH and work with top academic and industrial partners including the Universities of Nottingham, Leeds, Sheffield, Warwick, and manufacturers like Holcim, CRH, Marshalls, and Ibstock. We recently completed a 10× scale-up of our additive production and are now building our first pilot-scale mini plant in Nottingham. This plant will serve as the final R&D platform before a 100× commercial demonstrator – with “steel on the ground” and real flue gas integration Learn more about us: • Technologies & Vacancies • Day in the C4C Labs • Employee Perspectives • Founder's Story The Role We are now seeking a highly qualified Process Operator to take a leading role in commissioning and operating our pilot plant. Reporting directly to the CTO, you will shape operational protocols, build and manage a small team, and help transition our technology from pilot to commercial scale. This is a rare opportunity to make a tangible impact in scaling a climate technology that can reduce global CO₂ emissions. Key Responsibilities Management & Leadership Recruit, coach and lead a team of plant operators Manage day-to-day operations at both our Nottingham pilot site and future customer trial locations Oversee shift scheduling, contractor coordination, and staff performance reviews Collaborate with CTO and Senior Process Engineer on budgeting, planning, and resourcing Plant Operation Operate the plant safely and efficiently from the control panel Collect and record process data; support time optimisation and troubleshooting Perform routine tasks (e.g. titration, Karl Fischer) and visual inspections Ensure safe storage of raw materials, products, and spare parts Calibrate instruments and coordinate routine maintenance Maintenance & Commissioning Conduct re/commissioning and plant overhaul activities Lead permit-to-work processes and manage system isolations Take initiative on managing waste, housekeeping, and plant readiness General Operations Champion safety, housekeeping, and plant performance standards Support future customer deployments and act as C4C’s site representative Assist with analytical equipment calibration and upkeep Operate or train for forklift use (training can be provided) Person Specification Essential 5+ years of experience in operating a pilot or commercial plant Strong leadership and team management experience in an operational setting High technical competence in at least one area: electrical, mechanical, operations, instrumentation, etc. Familiarity with COMAH Tier 2 safety practices (e.g., permit to work, isolations, change management) Practical, hands-on, and able to work flexibly including occasional non-standard hours Full UK driving license Desirable Background in chemical/gas/oil/bulk materials industries Proficient in small hand tools and basic mechanical tasks Forklift licence (or willingness to train) Additional skills in any of the following areas: electrics, PLCs, plumbing, laboratory work, manual handling, NEBOSH, COSHH, LOLER Experience with CO₂ capture/utilisation and/or mineralisation Familiarity with concrete or cement chemistry What We Offer Competitive salary (£45–65k) with performance bonuses Stock options / equity participation in a high-impact climate company Private health insurance & pension plan Generous annual leave Free food, snacks, and coffee in our Nottingham office Opportunity to work directly with global concrete manufacturers Visa sponsorship available Unmatched career progression in climate tech scale-up