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Drax Group

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Drax Group is a leading renewable energy company committed to achieving a zero carbon future through sustainable biomass production and innovative carbon capture technologies.

Selby, North Yorkshire

Utilities
1,001–5,000 people

About

Drax is enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future Drax Group is a renewable and flexible generation energy company engaged in renewable power generation, the production of sustainable biomass and the sale of renewable electricity to businesses. Drax operates a generation portfolio of sustainable biomass, hydro-electric and pumped hydro storage assets across four sites in England and Scotland. It is the UK’s largest source of renewable electricity. The company also operates a global bioenergy supply business with manufacturing facilities at 13 sites in the United States and Canada, producing compressed wood pellets for its own use and for customers in Europe and Asia. The Group employs 3,400 people in the UK and North America. Enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future is Drax Group’s purpose and in 2019, it announced a world-leading ambition to be carbon negative by 2030, using Bioenergy with Carbon Capture and Storage (BECCS) technology to remove carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere at scale whilst delivering reliable renewable electricity.

Open positions

Truck Driver

On-site · Princeton

The Truck Driver is responsible for transporting fibre materials between sites while performing vehicle inspections and routine maintenance. Additionally, the role involves operating heavy equipment for housekeeping and training for future certification as a Control Room Operator.

Plant Superintendent

On-site · Houston

Oversee plant operations, maintenance, safety, regulatory compliance, budgets, and resource allocation while leading and developing the plant team. Monitor performance, implement continuous improvements, support sustainability initiatives, and report plant results to senior management.

Team Lead

On-site · Burns Lake

The Team Lead manages site operations employees to ensure safe, efficient production while maintaining compliance with quality and government standards. They are responsible for coaching staff, managing KPIs, and collaborating with maintenance and technical teams to optimize plant performance.

Operations Supervisor

On-site · Strathnaver

The Operations Supervisor leads site production employees to ensure safe, efficient operations while maintaining compliance with quality and government regulations. They manage daily production activities, oversee personnel performance, and collaborate with maintenance and technical teams to meet operational goals.

Financial Controller - Temporary 18 Month Contract

Remote · Alberta, Canada, British Columbia, Canada

The Financial Controller oversees general accounting functions including corporate reporting, accounts payable, treasury, and payroll while ensuring compliance with IFRS and internal controls. They are responsible for leading month-end processes, streamlining business systems, and collaborating across departments to support financial accuracy and operational efficiency.

Health, Safety and Environment Manager

On-site · Coldstream

The HSE Manager will oversee all health, safety, and environmental compliance at the facility while fostering a culture of safety and sustainability. They will collaborate with site leadership to develop strategic risk management solutions and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.

Heavy Duty Mechanic

On-site · Burns Lake

The Heavy Duty Mechanic will perform routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs on mobile equipment to ensure safety and operational productivity. They will also collaborate with other trades on strategic capital projects and provide mentorship to maintenance staff.

Labourer - Six Month Temporary

On-site · Area C (Bowron Lake/Barlow Creek/Barkerville)

Perform construction, repair, installation, and maintenance activities to support pellet production systems. Ensure safety compliance while assisting with rail car loading and general plant cleaning tasks.

Millwright

On-site · Coldstream

Perform routine daily maintenance, installation, and repair of mechanical equipment to ensure safety and quality standards. Assist in strategic capital projects and provide mentorship and leadership to Millwright Apprentices.

Labourer

On-site · Smithers

Perform construction, repair, installation, and maintenance activities to support pellet production systems. Ensure safety compliance while assisting with rail car loading and general plant cleaning tasks.

Maintenance Supervisor

On-site · Entwistle

Lead and execute safe preventative and predictive maintenance for mechanical, electrical, and facility systems at the Entwistle Plant. Manage the maintenance team, track work orders, and drive continuous improvement in plant reliability and operations.

Labourer - Six Month Temporary

On-site · Parkland County

The Labourer will perform construction, repair, and maintenance activities to support pellet production systems. They are also responsible for operating mobile equipment, assisting with rail car loading, and ensuring strict adherence to safety and quality standards.