Biogas Day Shift Operator

Company: Astute People
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Location: Dufftown
Job Description:

Overview

Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with a leading innovator in renewable energy production, specialising in biogas plants, to recruit a Day Shift Operator on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract for their site in Dufftown.

The vital Shift Operator role comes with a competitive salary and excellent benefits package.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Process Team Leader.

  • Operating the Anaerobic Digestion plant and associated equipment via automated (SCADA) and manual inputs.
  • Carrying out regular plant walkarounds to assess condition and capability of plant equipment, including taking meter readings daily.
  • Completing minor maintenance tasks and recording findings on CMMS.
  • Carrying out basic lab testing.
  • Operating mobile plant such as a telehandler or forklift truck.
  • Ensuring good standards of housekeeping are maintained.
  • Monitoring the plant remotely once trained and competent.
  • Other duties as required.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of NC level in a related engineering discipline (mechanical/electrical/chemical engineering practice) or equivalent qualifications, backed up with a minimum of 2+ years’ experience in an operations process operator role.
  • A full UK driving licence (essential).

Personal Skills

  • Experienced working in a heavy processing environment.
  • Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
  • Hands‑on and willing to be part of a team.
  • Enthusiastic about renewable energy.

Salary and Benefits

  • A great starting salary.
  • Excellent benefits package.
  • The chance to join a leading business in the renewable energy sector.

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Posted: June 12th, 2026