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Trainee Production Operative – Speciality Fuels Industry

We’re working with a specialist fuel blending facility that’s seeking a motivated Trainee Production Operative to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to launch or build your career in a unique and technical manufacturing environment supplying the automotive, aerospace, and motorsport sectors. You’ll be part of a collaborative production team, working to execute blending operations and support daily site activities while maintaining high safety and quality standards.

About the Role

As a Trainee Production Operative, you’ll work across a variety of site operations – from managing tanker deliveries to executing blending plans and maintaining site housekeeping. You’ll be trained to handle plant machinery, follow precise operating procedures, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and safety. This hands-on role offers shift-based working and the chance to develop expertise in a niche, regulated production environment.

Key Responsibilities

Execute blending and product movement operations according to daily schedules

Support safe and efficient tanker receipts, despatches, and decanting activities

Maintain housekeeping and waste handling standards across the site

Care for equipment and follow maintenance routines using MRS systems

Assist in emergency response duties and act as a fire marshal (training provided)

Communicate with your team to troubleshoot blending issues and suggest improvements

Translate written work instructions into practical operational tasks

What We’re Looking For

Good literacy and numeracy skills to follow detailed instructions

Ability to work with physical demands in a shift-based role

A practical, hands-on attitude with a focus on problem-solving

Strong team player who builds respectful working relationships

Enthusiastic, reliable, and able to stay calm under pressure

Willingness to learn and grow in a technical manufacturing setting

Previous experience in production or with stock management systems is an advantage, but not essential — full training will be provided.

Salary, Benefits & Location

Salary: £37,750 per annum (shift allowance included)

Shifts: Rotating 3-weekly pattern

Earlies: 5:00am – 1:30pm

Lates: 1:00pm – 9:30pm

Nights: 9:00pm – 5:30am

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

Bonus: 10% discretionary annual bonus

Healthcare: Private cover (includes dental and optical)

Pension: Matched contributions up to 6%

Cycle to Work Scheme

Location: Essex

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