Seasonal Utility Operator

British Sugar Plc, Cantley, Norfolk

Seasonal Utility Operator

£15-£19

British Sugar Plc, Cantley, Norfolk

  • Full time
  • Temporary
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 days ago, 22 Aug | Get your application in today.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

Job ref: 3f70bde5714745c082e0c7f7b6bd393b

Location ref: Cantley, Norfolk

Full Job Description

  • Manually changing slicer blocks into and out of the slicing machines and use of the hand tools to change cutting blades in slicer blocks to ensure the quality & quantity of sliced beet is maintained.
  • Cleaning duties within the slicing area and across the factory. Includes use of pressure washing equipment and physical cleaning methods such as brushing/shoveling.
  • Inspection of filtration equipment and manually cleaning the equipment, including replacement of filter cloths.
  • Walking the plant and looking out for any issues to raise to the site process team.
  • Assisting with laboratory analysis, getting samples, and performing tests
  • You will be required to be available to work over the Christmas period, however a bank holiday bonus will be awarded if you are required.

    We are looking for individuals to join our team on a fixed-term contract from October 2026 to the end of March 2027. Ideally you will have experience of:
  • Machine operations
  • Manual handling
  • Food processing or heavy industries
  • Pedestrian operated pallet truck
  • If you understand the priority of safety, are a self-motivator, a great communicator, can follow instructions and site procedures, we want to hear from you.

    British Sugar is a world class sugar producer and has been a major player within UK agriculture for over 110 years. Cantley factory, located in the heart of the Norfolk Broads just 30 minutes from Norwich, was the first beet sugar factory in the UK and has been producing sugar on site since 1912. Each September we begin our sugar production cycle; we are currently recruiting six Operatives to join our team during this busy time.

  • A competitive salary £14.89 - £18.75/hr
  • Annual leave is pro-rated over duration of contract and paid as a bonus at the end of contract.
  • A 'Retention' bonus is available based on attendance and performance - paid at end of contact.
  • Overtime (not guaranteed but may be available (£22.82/hr). Incentive for any bank holidays worked)
  • 4% pension matched.
  • PPE provided.
  • We are committed to creating an environment where all our people are treated with respect and given the opportunities to succeed. We want British Sugar to be a great, inclusive place to work for everyone.

Direct job link

https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/seasonal-utility-operator-127240116