DCS Technician: Control Room Specialist for Safe Startups

Wolviston Management Services; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Wolviston Management Services are supporting a major process manufacturing client in appointing a DCS Technician to join their operations team during commissioning, start-up and ongoing production. The role is based in a control room, with emphasis on safe and efficient production and compliance with COMAH regulations.

You will work closely with Team Leaders and technicians to monitor and control plant systems, lead by example in a shift environment and contribute to continuous improvement of

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating DCS, PLC or SCADA systems within a process environment.
• Background in chemical, petrochemical or other high-hazard industries.
• Minimum 5 years' operational experience within a process plant setting.
• Process Operations qualification (Level 2/3 or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of plant start-up, shutdown and steady-state operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate and control plant systems via DCS/SCADA, ensuring safe and efficient production.
• Support commissioning and start-up activities, including execution of operational procedures.
• Monitor plant performance, verifying alarms, trips and process parameters.
• Deliver clear, structured and accurate shift handovers.
• Promote and embed a strong safety culture aligned with COMAH and site standards.
• Respond effectively to plant upsets and emergency situations, managing safety systems as required.
• Coach and mentor operators, supporting cross-training and capability development.
• Review and improve start-up and operational procedures to enhance performance and safety.
• Maintain accurate production logs, reports and operational documentation.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimise plant efficiency and reliability.

Skills

DCS/SCADA knowledge

Process monitoring

Problem solving

Team communication

Safety awareness

Education

Process Operations qualification (Level 2/3)

Tools

DCS

SCADA

PLC

Job description

Wolviston Management Services are supporting a major process manufacturing client in appointing a DCS Technician to join their operations team during commissioning, start-up and ongoing production. The role is based in a control room, with emphasis on safe and efficient production and compliance with COMAH regulations.

You will work closely with Team Leaders and technicians to monitor and control plant systems, lead by example in a shift environment and contribute to continuous improvement of