Shift Process Technician
Salary – £42,500 (plus benefits)
Hours – 24/7 shift pattern of 2 days, 2 nights, 4 off (12-hour shifts)
Location – Leeds, LS9 0PJ
As a Shift Process Technician at FCC Environment, you will operate process plants for the treatment of industrial wastes. You will play a key role in ensuring waste is treated safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulatory and operational requirements.
This vacancy is for a full-time position, working as part of a 24/7 shift team.
Our promise to you
- Competitive salary
- Company pension scheme
- Life insurance
- Discretionary bonus scheme
- On-the-job training and progression opportunities
- Recognition scheme
- Refer a friend programme
- Flexible benefits, including high street savings, cycle to work scheme and Gymflex membership, and many more (where applicable)
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and the Best Doctors Service via our Wellbeing Platform
What will you be doing?
- Operating, monitoring and managing process and mobile plant for the treatment of industrial liquid and solid wastes
- Safely offloading and treating waste in accordance with procedures, risk assessments and operating requirements
- Planning and prioritising work to ensure efficient waste treatment and regulatory compliance
- Monitoring changing waste streams and treatment processes to optimise performance
- Undertaking chemical and photometric testing of waste materials
- Maintaining accurate operational and testing records
- Monitoring equipment performance and identifying faults or maintenance requirements
- Carrying out routine preventative maintenance activities
- Operating a weighbridge and completing associated waste transfer documentation
- Providing permits to work for internal teams and contractors
- Operating mobile plant equipment for site transfers and vehicle loading/unloading
- Supporting the training and mentoring of new starters when required
- Working closely with colleagues, contractors and drivers to maintain safe and effective site operations
What are we looking for?
- A degree, HNC or HND in Chemistry, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or relevant industry experience
- Experience within the process, chemical or waste treatment industry would be advantageous
- Experience working with computer-operated plant equipment
- Strong understanding of health, safety and environmental requirements
- The ability to work effectively as part of a small team and independently when required
- Good planning and organisational skills in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication skills
- Accurate record-keeping abilities
About us
FCC Environment is one of the nation's leading waste and resource management companies. Committed to sustainability, we strive to minimise the amount of waste that ends up in landfill by transforming it into valuable resources wherever possible.
We operate over 200 facilities across England, Scotland and Wales and employ around 4,500 people. The profile of the UK's recycling and waste management industry has never been higher, and we need talented people to help us tackle climate change and meet the UK's waste management and energy recovery needs.
How to apply
So, if you want to advance your career as a Shift Process Technician, we would love to hear from you. Apply today
Salary description
£42500.00 - £42500.00 per year