Skilled Operator

Goole

Looking for a skilled role that offers excellent pay, long breaks and strong bonuses? This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated operator to join a high-performing production team in Goole.

With a total salary package of £52,929, a performance bonus scheme, generous pension contributions and a unique shift pattern that gives you 18 consecutive days off, this role offers both financial reward and work-life balance.

If you are a technically skilled professional ready to take the next step as an operator in a modern chemical manufacturing environment, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.

What You'll Be Doing

As a skilled operator, you'll be responsible for operating and maintaining production systems within a chemical processing environment.

The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring safe production, consistent product quality and reliable equipment performance.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Operating and monitoring chemical processing equipment in line with site procedures


• Supporting both planned and reactive maintenance activities


• Making in-process adjustments to maintain quality and efficiency


• Diagnosing and resolving mechanical and electrical issues where possible


• Working collaboratively with other engineers and operators to support production targets


• Maintaining accurate operational records and system data


• Following all site safety standards and operational procedures

We're looking for a professional who takes pride in their work and wants to contribute to a team where every individual plays an important part in safe and successful production.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will bring a strong technical background and a proactive approach to problem solving.

A positive mindset and willingness to learn are essential.

You should ideally have:

• A mechanical or electrical qualification (apprentice trained preferred)


• Previous experience working as an operator within a chemical or process environment


• Strong computer literacy


• Experience operating counterbalance forklifts, telehandlers, MEWPs, or PASMA equipment


• Ability to read and interpret P&ID drawings


• Experience with maintenance management systems such as SAP (desirable)


• Familiarity with PLC or SCADA systems (advantageous)


• A flexible, team-focused attitude and a skilled approach to problem solving

This role is ideal for a technically skilled individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced production environment.

Shift Pattern

This role operates on a structured 24/7 shift rota:

• 4 on / 4 off shift pattern


• 2-day shifts followed by 2-night shifts


• Callout participation during rest days


• After 7 cycles, you receive 18 consecutive days off


• The first 2 and last 2 of those days are on call

This schedule offers excellent extended time off while maintaining a strong team on site.

Salary & Benefits

Total Annual Package: £52,929

• Basic Salary: £36,916


• Shift Allowance: £10,417


• Contracted Overtime: £5,596

Contracted overtime covers callout hours associated with the shift rota.

Additional benefits include:

• Discretionary site performance bonus scheme


• Contributory pension scheme (up to 8% employer contribution)


• Life assurance (4× salary) and group income protection


• Cycle to Work scheme


• Full PPE and protective workwear provided


• On-site parking

Training & Development

We invest in developing every skilled operator through a comprehensive training programme covering both technical and mandatory training.

You'll also take part in an ongoing performance and development programme designed to support career growth for every individual in the team.