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Plant Operative – Renewable Energy- Somerset – £38,000 + Training & Career Progression

Posted 13 October 2025
Salary £30,000 – £38,000
LocationSomerset
Job type Permanent
Discipline Agricultural & Farm ServicesRenewable Energy, Waste, Recycling & Anaerobic Digestion
ReferenceCL - 59551

Job description

Renewable Energy Plant Operative
Plant Operative – Renewable Energy- Somerset – £38,000 + Training & Career Progression

The Job:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a hands-on Plant Operative to join a renewable energy business in Somerset. You will support the Plant Supervisor with daily checks, basic maintenance, and the smooth running of the biomass and combined heat and power (CHP) plant. This is a practical, physically active role in an industrial environment, ideal for someone eager to gain experience and build a long-term career in the renewable energy sector.

The Company:
A well established renewable energy business operating a biomass and CHP facility in Somerset. Committed to sustainable energy production and innovation, the company offers a supportive working environment and clear opportunities for training, development, and career progression within the green energy sector.

The Candidate:
- Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in an industrial setting
- Willing to carry out manual, hands-on tasks
- Reliable, organised, and detail-oriented
- Able to work weekends on a rota basis
- Full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK
- Basic mechanical knowledge (pumps, valves, filters) desirable
- Previous experience in a similar industrial role advantageous
- Interest in renewable energy and willingness to learn and develop

The Package:
- Salary: £30,000 – £38,000 per annum, depending on experience
- Full-time, permanent role
- Training and development to support career progression
- Pension scheme and holiday entitlement
- Supportive, safety-focused, and collaborative working environment

Please email your CV to Charlotte Levent, Senior Delivery Recruitment Consultant, CLevent@agriRS.co.uk.

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