Control Room Technician

Wolviston Management Services; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Wolviston Management Services, in partnership with Endolys, invites an experienced Control Room Technician to contribute to commissioning and ongoing operation of a large-scale facility. You will monitor plant performance from a central control room, ensuring safe, stable and efficient operations.

Reporting to the Team Leader, you will work with Lead and Outside Technicians, manage alarms and start-up activities, and help drive continuous improvement while upholding COMAH and site safety

Qualifications

• Experience operating DCS/PLC/SCADA systems in a high-hazard environment.
• Background in chemical or process industries.
• Level 2/3 qualification in Process Operations or equivalent.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Willingness to work continental shift pattern; flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Support monitoring and control of plant operations from the Control Room.
• Participate in commissioning, start-up and steady-state operations.
• Verify alarms and set points to maintain plant integrity.
• Contribute to safety and regulatory compliance.
• Provide accurate shift handovers and logs.
• Collaborate with maintenance, production and engineering teams.
• Promote a strong safety culture in line with COMAH.
• Respond to process upsets and emergencies.
• Assist in start-up procedures and continuous improvement.
• Mentor operators and support cross-training.
• Ensure documentation and records are kept up to date.

Skills

DCS/SCADA systems

PLC knowledge

Process operations

Education

Process Operations Level 2/3

Job description

Control Room Technician

Shift Pattern: Continental (Days & Nights)

The Opportunity

Wolviston Management Services are delighted to be working in partnership with Endolys on an appointment of an experienced Control Room Technician to play a key role in the commissioning, start-up and ongoing operation of a large‑scale production facility.

This is a pivotal position within a high‑hazard, process‑driven environment, offering the opportunity to be involved from early‑stage commissioning through to full operational delivery. Working from a central control room, you will be responsible for ensuring safe, stable and efficient plant performance, while supporting the development of wider operational capability across the team.

The Role

Reporting to the Team Leader and working closely with Lead and Outside Technicians, you will take responsibility for monitoring and controlling plant operations via DCS/SCADA systems, ensuring compliance with all safety, quality and regulatory standards.

You will play a key role in supporting plant start‑up activities, driving operational performance and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across the facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Support day‑to‑day production activities, ensuring safe, compliant and efficient plant operation
• Operate and monitor plant systems from the Control Room during commissioning, start‑up and steady‑state operations
• Execute commissioning procedures and support the safe introduction of new plant areas
• Verify alarms, trips and process set points to ensure operational integrity
• Deliver accurate and structured shift handovers to maintain continuity across operations
• Promote a strong safety culture aligned with COMAH and site standards
• Respond effectively to process upsets and emergency situations, managing safety systems as required
• Maintain accurate production logs, reports and operational records
• Review and enhance start‑up and operational procedures to improve safety and efficiency
• Coach and mentor operators, supporting cross‑training and team capability development
• Work collaboratively with maintenance, production and engineering teams to resolve issues and optimise performance

Key Accountabilities

• Safe and compliant execution of all production activities
• Successful and stable plant start‑up and transition into operations
• Clear and effective communication across shift teams
• Timely identification and resolution of operational issues
• Contribution to continuous improvement and operational excellence
• Flexibility to support outside operations through cross‑training

About You

• Proven experience operating plant control systems (DCS, PLC or SCADA)
• A strong background within chemical, process, or other high‑hazard industries
• Level 2/3 qualification in Process Operations or equivalent
• A proactive and solutions‑focused approach with the ability to drive improvements
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Experience within a COMAH environment (desirable)
• Flexibility to work a continental shift pattern

Key Competencies

• Strong safety awareness with a high level of attention to detail
• Practical, hands‑on approach to plant operations
• Effective problem‑solving capability in a live operational environment
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Clear communication across multi-disciplinary teams
• Strong organisational and time management skills