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Plant Technician

Irlam Associates
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 7 days
Location

Alfreton, Derbyshire DE55 3LH, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • This is an exciting opportunity for a Plant Technician to work with a leading Commercial Explosive Manufacturer in the UK.
  • The role is onsite in Alfreton, Derbyshire, with a Monday to Friday schedule.
  • Candidates should have experience working in a hazardous environment and possess relevant technical qualifications.
  • The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, with ongoing training and career progression.
  • This role is essential for ensuring safe production and compliance with health and safety regulations.
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.