Dynamic Energy-from-Waste Plant Operator (Shift)

Astute People

Larkhill

On-site

GBP 26,000 - 38,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Astute People is recruiting a Plant Operator for an Energy from Waste facility in Worcestershire. The role requires safe, efficient operation, monitoring from the central control room, and routine inspections to keep equipment running smoothly.

The successful candidate will join a rotating shift team, bring experience from heavy industrial settings, and comply with HSE requirements while contributing to continuous plant performance and data reporting.

Qualifications

Experience working shifts within a continuous process or industrial environment.
Experience in power generation, Energy from Waste, or defence operations advantageous.
Understanding of industrial plant operations, HSE requirements.
Good computer literacy for control systems.
Willing to rotate shifts including days, nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

Safely and efficiently operate the Energy from Waste facility in line with operational procedures.
Monitor and control plant operations from the central control room using computer-based control systems.
Carry out routine plant inspections and testing to ensure equipment operates correctly.
Monitor plant performance and escalate issues as required.
Record, analyse and report operational data during the shift.
Raise work requests and report defects or maintenance needs.
Support emergency procedures and follow instructions during incidents.
Monitor consumables and residue levels to maintain continuous operation.
Complete shift logs and handovers for clear communication between shifts.