Biogas Plant SCADA Operator

Astute People; Greater London; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Performance bonus

Ongoing training

Renewable energy sector

Job summary

Astute People is recruiting an experienced SCADA Operator for an anaerobic digestion plant in South London, working a Thursday to Sunday shift. Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will monitor real-time plant performance, operate key processes, troubleshoot faults, and support maintenance.

The role offers up to £40,000, a company pension, bonus, and ongoing training within the renewable energy sector. We value proactive, team-focused individuals with strong communication skills who can

Qualifications

• Experience with SCADA in industrial/utilities environments.
• Strong understanding of plant processes and controls.
• Good problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.

Responsibilities

• Monitor real-time plant performance using SCADA.
• Operate and control key industrial processes to meet targets.
• Troubleshoot faults and support first-line maintenance.
• Analyze data to detect trends and resolve issues.
• Communicate with engineers and shift colleagues for smooth handovers.

Skills

SCADA experience

Plant processes

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Process engineering qualification

Tools

SCADA systems

Job description

Astute's Renewables Team is partnering with a well-established energy from waste business who are fully committed to contributing to a more sustainable world. They are looking to recruit an experienced SCADA Operator for their anaerobic digestion plant in South London to work a Thursday to Sunday shift pattern.

The SCADA Operator role comes with salary of up to £40,000, company pension, additional benefits and ongoing training.

Responsibilities and duties of the SCADA Operator role

Reporting to the Plant Manager you will:

• Monitoring plant performance in real-time using a SCADA system
• Operating and controlling key industrial processes to meet operational targets
• Troubleshooting equipment faults and supporting first-line maintenance as required
• Analysing operational data to detect trends and proactively resolve issues
• Communicating effectively with engineers, support teams, and shift colleagues to ensure smooth handovers and consistent performance
• General housekeeping duties
• Other duties as required

Professional qualifications

• A recognised qualification in Process Engineering is desirable but not essential
• A Full UK Driving Licence

Personal skills

• Experience working with SCADA systems in an industrial, utilities, energy, or water treatment environment
• Strong technical understanding of plant processes and control systems
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
• Good communication skills and a proactive, team-focused attitude

Salary and benefits of the SCADA Operator role

• Salary of up to £40,000 depending on experience
• Company pension
• Performance related bonus
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• The chance to join an established business within the renewable energy sector

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation.

We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK.

Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative.

We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful