Permanent Multi-Skilled Plant Operative

Company: Gen Tech Recruitment
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Location: Lisburn
Job Description:

Permanent Multi-Skilled Plant Operative required for Lisburn.

About the role

  • Operate and monitor the AD plant and associated systems using SOPs, SCADA and local controls to meet performance targets.
  • Manage start-ups, shutdowns, isolations and respond to process deviations to optimise plant efficiency.
  • Carry out first-line mechanical/electrical maintenance and support PPMs, engineers and contractors.
  • Receive, inspect and handle feedstock; operate mobile plant (if trained) and maintain site housekeeping.
  • Work safely and compliantly with all H&S, environmental permits and ABP requirements.
  • Complete shift logs, KPIs and handovers, working closely with the wider operations team.

Criteria

  • Experience in a process plant environment with SCADA/PLC operation.
  • Hands-on mechanical and/or electrical maintenance and fault-finding skills.
  • Strong health, safety and environmental awareness.
  • Good communication, teamwork and basic IT skills; flexible to 4 on / 4 off shifts.
  • Desirable: AD/biogas or wastewater experience, relevant qualifications, CHP/gas systems and mobile plant tickets.
  • Telehandler / Forklift / Loading Shovel Tickets

Salary: Starting £15.25 per hr

OT 1.3 times

Hours of Work: 7.00 am 7.00 pm, dayshift. (4 on / 4 off shift pattern)

For further information contact Tanya Lyttle at GenTech Recruitment on

Skills:Multi-Skilled Plant Operative Experience in a process plant environment SCADA/PLC operation.

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Posted: May 16th, 2026