Control Room Operator

Sphere Solutions; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local recruitment agency is seeking Control Room Operators to ensure the safe and efficient operation of a plant in Plymouth. Responsibilities include monitoring operations via SCADA systems, responding to alarms, and coordinating with teams during incidents. Candidates should have experience in control room operations, strong safety awareness, and be computer literate with SCADA knowledge. Involves a 40-hour work week with shift patterns to be determined, and a commitment to inclusive opportunities for all applicants.

Qualifications

• Experience in control room operations within mineral processing, manufacturing, or recycling.
• Ability to make decisions under pressure.
• Flexibility to work 24/7 shifts is required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control plant operations using SCADA systems.
• Operate and adjust machinery to maintain optimal performance.
• Respond swiftly to alarms or operational issues.

Skills

Control room operations experience

Strong safety focus

Analytical skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork abilities

Computer literate with SCADA experience

Tools

SCADA systems

Job description

Shift Control Room Operator

Permanent

Plymouth

£40,000 - £45,000

Sphere Solutions are looking to recruit several Control Room Operators on behalf of their local Plymouth client. The purpose of this role is to make sure the plant runs safely, efficiently, and at the right production levels using computers, cameras, and communication with the team on the plant floor. You will be responsible for stepping in for the Assistant Plant Superintendent when needed.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor and control plant operations using SCADA systems and video surveillance to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable production.
• Operate and adjust machinery to maintain optimal performance, quality, and throughput.
• Respond swiftly to alarms or operational issues, minimising downtime and maintaining safety standards.
• Analyse real-time data to optimise plant processes and metallurgical efficiency.
• Coordinate effectively with plant and maintenance teams, providing guidance and acting as the central point of contact during incidents.
• Keep accurate records of operational changes, issues, and corrective actions for smooth shift handovers.
• Proactively identify potential risks and report sub‑standard conditions to maintain high operational standards.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience in control room operations within mineral processing, manufacturing, or recycling.
• Strong safety focus, analytical skills, and ability to make decisions under pressure.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and multi‑tasking abilities.
• Computer literate with SCADA experience; flexible to work 24/7 shifts.
• Desirable: in-depth SCADA knowledge and understanding of mineral processing technology.

Other

• 40 hour working week, with the shift pattern to be determined later in the year (a shift premium will be paid for this).
• All employees will have to undertake a Drugs and Alcohol test.
• Candidates must be able to meet the physical requirements of the role, including working at heights, climbing stairs and ladders, and accessing plant areas as required (Reasonable adjustments will be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010).

To apply, please follow the instructions below, or feel free to call Cat or Jo on (phone number removed) for an informal, confidential discussion.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under‑represented communities. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we'll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.