DAF Plant Operator

We are currently recruiting a skilled and motivated DAF Plant Operator to join a busy manufacturing environment based in Telford. In this role, you will be responsible for the efficient operation, monitoring, and…

Pay rate £13.11/hour
Job type Temporary
Posted 29 September 2026

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About this job

We are currently recruiting a skilled and motivated DAF Plant Operator to join a busy manufacturing environment based in Telford. In this role, you will be responsible for the efficient operation, monitoring, and maintenance of the Dissolved Air Flotation (DAF) wastewater treatment system, ensuring compliance with environmental standards and smooth running of the facility.

Days: Monday - Friday

Shift: Day time

Hours: 06:00-14:00 or 08:00-16:00

Key Responsibilities:

Operate and monitor the DAF plant to ensure optimal performance of wastewater treatment processes
Complete and record daily meter readings, flow rates, and water quality checks
Carry out plant start-up, shutdown, and routine inspections
Manage chemical dosing and ensure safe storage and handling of treatment chemicals
Support troubleshooting activities and liaise with engineering teams during breakdowns or process issues
Ensure full compliance with all health, safety, and environmental (HSE) procedures

About You:

Previous experience working with DAF or wastewater treatment systems is highly desirable
FLT licence (counterbalance) desirable, but not essential, onsite training is available
Experience in a food manufacturing environment is an advantage
Strong attention to detail and ability to work with urgency when required
Reliable, proactive and safety-conscious

Benefits:

Free car parking on site
Workwear provided
Overtime opportunities available
Temp to perm opportunity

If you are interested in this role please apply or call (phone number removed)

Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in business, corporate members for Neurodiversity in business, Disability Confident committed members, Gold status for the Armed Forces Covenant, Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters and Age Friendly Employer pledge members.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.

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