Argent Energy, a European producer of sustainable second-generation biodiesel, is undergoing an exciting expansion at the Port of Amsterdam as part of the company’s vision to decarbonise transport worldwide. With production capacity soon to triple, we are recruiting for operators to join our new plant. This is a great opportunity for Operators to be part of this new plant from the start and contribute to a sustainable future.
Job description
As an experienced Process Operator at Argent Energy, you play a crucial role in the global effort to combat climate change by producing second-generation biofuels. Alongside your colleagues, you are responsible for maintaining consistent biodiesel production and ensuring the process runs as efficiently as possible.
Our operators work together closely in a small team of four per shift.
All-round Process Operator
Location: Amsterdam (Westpoort) – 5 shifts
The shift allowance is 30%, and you will work a favourable schedule with four days off afterward:
2 morning shifts
2 afternoon shifts
2 night shifts
The salary can reach up to €4,400 gross per month (incl. shift bonus) based on 34.5 hours per week.
About the job
As an experienced All-round Operator B, you have deep understanding of the production process and can independently resolve minor technical issues. Utlising your process expertise, you conduct process checks on the Process Control System (PCS) from the control room. You prioritize the safety of your colleagues while ensuring the quality ad safety of the production process. Additionally, you manage the timely and accurate supply of raw materials, as well as the removal of semi-finished and finished products. You also share your knowledge with colleagues and actively contribute to improvements in the production process.
About us
Argent Energy offers an effective solution for reducing greenhouse gas emissions by converting waste raw materials into biofuels, thereby limiting the reliance on fossil fuels. By upcycling materials like used cooking oil and animal fats, Argent Energy plays a key role in lowering fossil fuel consumption. Through the production of biofuel, the company makes a direct contribution to the global fight against climate change.
Since 2018, Argent Energy has been part of the Swire Group. Founded in 1816, John Swire & Sons Ltd. is a family-owned business that has expanded over 200 years into a global enterprise with diverse interests in aviation, maritime, food, trading and industry.
Do you want to work in the circular economy and make a positive difference to the world? Argent’s vision is to reduce the world’s carbon footprint using sustainable resources…
job requirements
About you
You are detail-orientated, team focused, practical, quality conscious, adaptable, and able to handle stress well. You bring the following qualifications:
• An Operator B diploma, or you are currently in the process of obtaining it
• Relevant experience as Operator B, preferably in the chemical industry
• A willingness to work in a 5 shift schedule
what do we offer
• An immediate contract with a stable company, with the intention of offering a permanent position.
• Competitive primary and secondary employment benefits, along with an attractive pension scheme.
• A salary of up to € 4,400 gross per month (including a 30% shift bonus) based on a 34.5 hour workweek, with grading dependent on relevant work experience and age. p
• A bonus scheme of up to 10% of the gross annual salary, based on company performance.
• A social and dynamic working environment within a transparent organisation, offering ample training opportunities;
• The chance to work alongside over 300 dedicated colleagues who contribute their expertise in recycling organic waste streams to help mitigate the global scarcity of raw materials.
What’s next?
Apply now using the link below, you will be sent to our recruitment portal, Recruitee.
To comply with GDPR regulations, we cannot process your personal data without consent. Therefore, we strongly encourage you to apply directly via our careers website. Applications via e-mail will, for this purpose, not be considered.
For any questions, please contact Richard Witte (HR Manager). Richard can be reached by phone at 0650677408.