Shift Plant Operator

The Shift Plant Operator will be involved with the safe & efficient operation of the plant, from the control room, under the supervision of the Shift Team Leader. There will be a focus on improving efficiency and performance to meet targets in availability and power production.

If you have the relevant experience (please see below) and are looking for a rewarding role in the Power sector, then please apply.

• Operate the plant in a safe and efficient manner which includes during normal running, start-ups, and shutdowns along with emergency situations.
• Monitor the plant through the distributed control system (DCS) to ensure regular supply of fuel into the boiler, maintaining steam pressure and production of power in line with contractual obligations for the client.
• Ensure the operational demands of the plant are met along with monitoring the plants emissions to comply with the Environmental Permit and reporting any issues to the Shift Manager.
• Supervise and direct the Assistant Plant Operators, Contractors, and other staff as and when required.
• Support the maintenance team during outages / shutdowns.
• Assist with developing operating procedures.
• Work within the company’s safe systems of work, SHEQ systems and relevant legislation.
• Conduct front line maintenance, plant inspections, fault finding and fault reporting.

• Ideally qualified with a minimum level 3 qualification in Process/Engineering/Operations discipline.
• Completed an apprenticeship and/or three years in a Power Generation/Heavy Process/Maintenance role (Royal Navy Marine Engineers will also be considered)
• Previous experience working in a control room environment, with steam plant including boilers, heat recovery steam generators, turbines, and associated equipment.
• Familiar working on a SCADA/PLC/DCS System
• IOSH/NEBOSH or a Health & Safety Qualification.
• Flexibility to work Shift Patterns including nights and weekends

• Self-motivated and looking to progress.
• Able to manage their time well.
• Has good attention to detail.
• A good team player

• Highly competitive starting salary
• Clearly defined progression with salary increases.
• Excellent bonus opportunity
• Private medical & further benefits
• Opportunity to join a modern Energy from Waste Power Station