AD Plant Operator

2 days ago

Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Adapt Biogas Ltd Full time

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Job Description

Company

Murrow AD Plant

Job Title

AD Plant Operator

Main Purposes

Anaerobic digestion (AD) is a series of natural biological processes whereby organic waste material – known as feedstock – is broken down by micro-organisms and converted into energy, known as biogas.

The biogas is used in a combined heat and power plant to generate renewable energy.

The role will be hands-on role operating machinery on the site, managing feedstock (organic waste) throughout the process alongside assisting in plant maintenance, general upkeep and repairs.

Managing and reporting on KPIs

Promoting good working practices and positive relations between staff, the local community and external regulatory bodies.

Responsibilities

  • To work on the daily operational requirements of the AD plant and work with the plant manager to ensure plant is optimised in terms of gas to supply to the grid.
  • Agree feed plans for the AD plant with other interested parties and ensure feed plan is designed to maximise gas production.
  • Carry out routine plant inspections and make any necessary adjustments to the plant operations, collecting and recording plant data and sharing the information with all relevant parties.
  • Carrying out Operational Procedures to ensure that plant is in a fit state, reporting any defects found and creating a log of plant issues and concerns.
  • Work with the Engineering team to identify plant issues to reduce plant downtime.
  • Work with 3rd party contractors when they are on site to carry out service and maintenance activities

  • Responding to first line and breakdown maintenance requirements as far as background and experience permits. Support the engineering as required with the maintenance activities

  • Carrying out simple analysis of to ensure the plant is fully optimised.

  • To perform duties in a safe manner to prevent incidents, accidents and environmental incidents with particular attention to following safe systems of work.
  • To be on call and change working patterns where necessary to meet the needs of the business.
  • Report all near misses, incidents, safety and environmental concerns to Plant Manager.
  • Maintain housekeeping standards throughout the facility.
  • Drive and operate a range of mobile plants including TM, forklift truck, tele handler and/or front loader.
  • Ensure that all tools, mobile plant and equipment checks are carried out on daily basis and maintained in a proper working condition and defects are reported to the Plant Manager.
  • Control the feeding process of waste into the treatment lines such as to ensure required treatment efficiencies.
  • Assist with the plant operation of the AD when required and accompanying general administrative duties including recording weights & waste type for KPI's
  • Maximise the biogas yields of the fermenters and electricity produced by the engines.
  • Laboratory sampling/testing to monitor and ensure the plant is operated within the agreed parameters.

Relationships

External

  • Site Deliveries
  • Contractors
  • Technology suppliers

Internal

  • Internal delivery drivers/operatives
  • Administration Team
  • Management Team
  • Operations Team

Professional Profile

Qualifications

  • Recognised licence for mobile plant (desirable).

  • IOSH managing safely (desirable).

  • Forklift truck driving licence or front loader licence (desirable however training will be provided if this is not held).

Skills

  • Computer literate with a working understanding of Microsoft Office (essential).
  • Good oral and written communication skills (essential).

Experience.

  • At least 1 years' experience working with Anaerobic Digestion (desirable).
  • A good level of practical operational/maintenance experience/knowledge (desirable).

  • A good understanding of all HSE aspects (essential).

  • Familiar with/exposure data entry and reporting database applications (essential).

  • Background in the waste, recycling or construction industry (desirable).

Personal Profile

Behavioural competencies

  • Ability to work alone or as part of a team
  • Able to work well under pressure to exacting standards
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Ability to learn new skills
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Ability to follow instruction

Technical competencies

  • Knowledge and understanding of HSE regulations
  • Understanding of DSEAR and ATEX regulations

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