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Booster Plant Technician

Irlam Associates
Posted a day ago, valid for 20 days
Location

Alfreton, Derbyshire DE55 3LH, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • This opportunity is for a Plant Technician at a leading Commercial Explosive Manufacturer based in Alfreton, Derbyshire.
  • The role involves overseeing the operation and maintenance of automated machinery in a hazardous environment, ensuring safe handling of materials and compliance with safety regulations.
  • Candidates should have experience in a hazardous environment and relevant technical qualifications such as NVQ or HNC in Engineering.
  • The position offers a competitive salary along with benefits and opportunities for ongoing training and career progression.
  • The work schedule is Monday to Friday, emphasizing a safety-first and team-oriented work environment.
This is a very exciting and progressive opportunity for an ambitious PlantTechnician to work with one of the leading Commercial Explosive Manufacturers in the UK. This is an onsite role based out of Alfreton, Derbyshire, Monday to Friday.We are looking for a Plant Technician to oversee the operation and maintenance of our automated plant within a hazardous environment. This role is vital in ensuring continuous production, safe handling of hazardous materials, and thorough cleaning of equipment to maintain efficiency and compliance with safety regulations.Key Responsibilities for the Plant Technician:
  • Monitor and maintain automated machinery to ensure production is completed
  • Safely load hazardous materials into the machines each morning, following strict handling procedures.
  • Conduct routine inspections, diagnose faults, and perform necessary repairs to prevent downtime.
  • Complete a thorough cleaning of plant equipment and machinery each evening to ensure safe and efficient operation.
  • Follow COMAH, ATEX, DSEAR (or equivalent) regulations, conducting risk assessments and ensuring all work meets strict safety standards.
  • Maintain accurate logs of maintenance, material usage, and cleaning schedules.
Requirements for the Plant Technician
  • Experience working within a hazardous environment (e.g., chemical, oil & gas, waste processing, or heavy industry).
  • Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations (COMAH, ATEX, DSEAR).
  • Ability to handle hazardous materials safely and follow strict protocols.
  • Relevant technical qualification (e.g., NVQ, HNC, City & Guilds in Engineering, Mechanical or Electrical Maintenance).
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to preventing breakdowns and ensuring efficiency.
What’s in it for You? 
  • Competitive salary & benefits package
  • Opportunity to work with state of the art technology
  • Ongoing training and career progression
  • A safety-first, team-oriented work environment
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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.