Plant Operator

Job description

Job Title: Plant Operator – Operations
Location: Stoke-on-Trent
Contract Dates: 14/10/2025 – 13/04/2027
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 39 hours per week
Hourly Rate: £17.79 PAYE (Inside IR35)
Start Date: ASAP

Overview
We are seeking a reliable and motivated Plant Operator to join an established industrial site in Stoke-on-Trent. This temporary position offers a hands-on role within a busy cylinder re-test facility, ideal for someone with a mechanical background looking to gain further experience and training in a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspecting gas cylinders, valves, and packs
• Refurbishing and revalidating industrial and integrated gas products
• Identifying and escalating faults
• Ensuring all work meets Health & Safety standards
• Undertaking other duties as required with flexibility

Candidate Requirements for the Plant Operator role

• A minimum of City & Guilds in a mechanical discipline or NVQ equivalent
• A proactive and self-motivated attitude
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• A forklift truck licence is beneficial but not essential – full training will be provided

What’s On Offer

• Full training in the cylinder testing area
• An opportunity to work within a supportive team that values respect, continuous improvement, and high safety standards
• The chance to develop your mechanical skills and contribute to a vital operational function

If you’re interested in the Plant Operator role and ready to take on a new challenge and grow your skills in a dynamic industrial environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to be considered for this opportunity.

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