Posted by SUEZ Recycling & Waste Recovery is recruiting a Plant Operator to support operations at its waste incineration and energy recovery facility in Créteil, France. This permanent position involves operating waste processing equipment, monitoring incineration lines, and helping maintain the safe and efficient movement of materials throughout the plant.
The successful candidate will work as part of a rotating shift team and contribute to the company’s waste recovery activities, helping transform waste into useful resources.
Job Overview
- Job Title: Plant Operator (M/F)
- Company: SUEZ
- Location: Créteil, France
- Employment Type: Permanent
- Salary: Not specified
- Work Schedule: Rotating 5×8 shift system
- Work Arrangement: On-site
- Experience: Initial industrial experience preferred
- Education: Technical BTS qualification preferred
About the Employer
SUEZ Recycling & Waste Recovery provides waste management and resource recovery services. Its activities include waste collection, sorting, dismantling, recycling, energy recovery, and the marketing of recovered resources.
The company also provides specialised services for industrial and on-site operations. Its teams contribute to converting different types of waste into new resources.
Job Description
The Plant Operator will work across the facility’s three incineration and energy recovery lines, reporting to the Operations Manager.
The role involves operating overhead cranes and grapples, handling waste materials, monitoring equipment, and ensuring that waste flows efficiently into the furnaces.
The employee will also conduct inspection rounds, report equipment problems, maintain operational records, and help keep the site clean and safe.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate the plant’s incineration and energy recovery lines.
- Use overhead cranes and grapples to handle waste materials.
- Facilitate waste unloading into the storage pit.
- Homogenise waste and monitor its quality.
- Load waste into furnace hoppers.
- Inspect plant facilities and report operational problems.
- Monitor stocks of products and residues.
- Carry out loading, unloading, and clearing activities when required.
- Maintain cleanliness and safety across the site.
- Welcome and coordinate with contractors during their visits.
- Record operational events in the shift log.
- Register maintenance requests using the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
Qualifications and Requirements
- A technical BTS qualification is preferred.
- Initial experience in an industrial working environment is desirable.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Curiosity and willingness to learn industrial processes.
- Ability to follow operational and safety procedures.
- Willingness to work a rotating shift schedule.
- Ability to monitor equipment and report unusual operating conditions.
SUEZ also states its commitment to integrating workers with disabilities and promoting a healthy balance between professional and personal life.
Salary and Benefits
The job listing does not disclose a salary or specific financial benefits.
The advertised employment conditions include:
- Permanent employment contract.
- Rotating 5×8 shift arrangement.
- Work within an industrial waste recovery facility.
- Opportunities to contribute to resource recovery operations.
- Workplace commitment to quality of working life.
- Commitment to the integration of disabled workers.
Who Should Apply?
This position is suitable for individuals with technical training or initial experience in industrial operations, waste management, production, or equipment handling.
Candidates should be comfortable working in a plant environment, following safety procedures, monitoring machinery, and cooperating with other shift team members.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the salary for the Plant Operator position?
The employer has not disclosed the salary in the job listing.
2. Where is the job located?
The position is based in Créteil, France.
3. Is the position permanent?
Yes. SUEZ is offering a regular permanent employment contract.
4. Is industrial experience required?
Initial experience in an industrial environment is preferred.
5. What educational qualification is preferred?
A technical BTS-type qualification is preferred.
6. What are the main responsibilities?
The duties include operating incineration lines, handling waste with overhead cranes, monitoring equipment, inspecting facilities, and recording operational activities.
7. What is the work schedule?
Employees work within a rotating 5×8 shift team.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience criteria should submit their application.
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