Day Shift Power Plant Team Lead – Energy from Waste

Astute People; Bristol; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Overtime

Pension

Private medical

Other benefits

Job summary

Astute People, in partnership with a market-leading Energy company, is recruiting for a Day Shift Team Leader at an Energy from Waste Power Station in Avonmouth, Bristol. A basic salary of £65,363 plus Bonus, Overtime and benefits is offered.

You will lead a team of Technicians, ensure safe operation of high‑pressure equipment, and manage permits and safety compliance. The role requires senior operations experience in heavy process settings.

Qualifications

• Ideally a HNC, or similar, in a relevant engineering subject.
• IOSH/NEBOSH will be advantageous.
• HV SAP/AP experience will be desired.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Shift/Day Technicians to ensure safe operation of a high‑pressure boiler, generator and plant.
• Ensure the plant operates within parameters while complying with HSE rules and company policies.
• Maximise waste input and energy production.
• Chair daily meetings reviewing health, safety & environmental issues and shift plans.
• Act as HV Senior Authorised Person for permits, switching and isolations.
• Write, issue and sign off on permits to work.
• Work with maintenance to maximise plant availability.
• Deputise for the Operations Manager when required.

Skills

Team leadership

Heavy process handling

Education

HNC or engineering equivalent

IOSH/NEBOSH certification advantageous

Tools

HV SAP/AP experience

Job description

Astute People, in partnership with a market-leading Energy company, is recruiting for a Day Shift Team Leader at an Energy from Waste Power Station in Avonmouth, Bristol. A basic salary of £65,363 plus Bonus, Overtime and benefits is offered.

You will lead a team of Technicians, ensure safe operation of high‑pressure equipment, and manage permits and safety compliance. The role requires senior operations experience in heavy process settings.