Production Supervisor
Gloucestershire
Up to £37,000 plus excellent overtime opportunities
The Role
We are seeking a proactive and hands-on Production Supervisor to lead a small operational team at an industrial process facility. Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will oversee a team of three Process Operators, ensuring the site operates safely, efficiently and in full compliance with all regulations.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual who enjoys balancing day-to-day operational demands with continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, coach and develop a team of Process Operators, fostering a positive and high-performing culture
- Monitor plant performance, responding to alarms and process deviations
- Oversee daily operations, including feedstock management and plant maintenance activities
- Maintain accurate operational records and reporting
- Ensure compliance with all legislation, permits, and internal procedures
- Promote and maintain high housekeeping standards across the site
- Operate mobile plant machinery as required
- Liaise with maintenance teams and technical support functionsSupervise contractors on site, including issuing permits to work
- Investigate incidents, near misses and safety concerns, reporting findings appropriately
- Monitor key performance indicators such as biogas production, plant efficiency and process health
- Carry out first-line maintenance activities
About You
We’re looking for a confident and capable leader with strong operational awareness and a commitment to safety.
Essential:
- Experience in a supervisory or team leader role
- Strong knowledge of health & safety practices in an industrial environment
- Ability to interpret operational data and solve problems effectively
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- A proactive, hands-on approach with strong attention to detail
Desirable:
- Experience in anaerobic digestion (AD), wastewater, or similar process-led environments
- Familiarity with SCADA or process control systems, IOSH Managing Safely (or similar HSE qualification)
What We’re Looking For:
- A motivated self-starter with a strong safety mindset
- Someone resilient, reliable, and able to work effectively under pressure
- A team player who can build strong working relationships across all levels
- A continuous improvement mindset with a willingness to learn and develop
Working Pattern
- 42 hours per week
- 4 days on / 4 days off shift pattern
- 12-hour shifts (06:30 – 18:30)
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