Bio/AD Technician

Summary of the AD/Bioplant Technician role

We are looking for a proactive and hands-on AD/Bioplant Technician to support the safe and efficient operation of our anaerobic digestion (AD) and gas-to-grid plant. In this role, you will monitor and adjust operational conditions to optimise performance, conduct biomethane potential tests (BMP) and manage waste acceptance procedures in line with site and regulatory requirements.

The role is fully site-based at our Cramlington site, operating on a Monday to Friday day shift pattern.

Your responsibilities

• Issuing permits and ensuring work is completed safely
• Controlling and working to conditions in standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Conducting workplace inspections, audits and investigations as required
• Managing data to facilitate statutory reporting
• Ensuring the AD plant is maximising waste throughout gas and generation
• Testing waste to ensure optimum plant loading
• Maintaining accurate records and logs where applicable
• Problem solving, troubleshooting and decision making for operational issues
• Embodying our company values, which are: be reliable, be caring, be transparent and be willing.

Requirements for the role

• Previous experience within the chemical industry or similar environment
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Comfortable communicating with stakeholders of all levels
• Ability to work independently
• Strong attention to detail
• Willingness to be flexible and adaptable to business requirements

How you will be rewarded

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including bonus, pension scheme, private healthcare, Engagement Hub, cycle to work scheme, death in service coverage, on-site health and wellbeing support including medical consultations and physiotherapy, 24/7 employee assistance programme, employee referral scheme, sports and social club as well as opportunity for training and further career development.

Why consider Sterling?

Sterling Pharma Solutions is a global contract development and manufacturing organisation (CDMO) with more than 50 years’ experience in developing and manufacturing Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs). This is complemented by Antibody Drug Conjugate (ADC) research, development and clinical manufacturing services.

We are a fast growing, dynamic business with facilities in the UK, US and Europe, where we employ talented and passionate people who support our customers in bringing new medicines to market, improving and saving the lives of patients.

Our culture and our way of working is what really sets us apart as a business; we aim to deliver an exceptional experience to our customers and our employees. You can expect to be part of a supportive team, all working towards a shared goal: to deliver first-class science and service to our customers every day.

How to apply

If you have the necessary skills and experience to join our team, please apply online. For any queries or should you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application please contact ***email_hidden***

Sterling Pharma Solutions is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Be caring. Be transparent . Be willing. Be reliable.