Operation Technician

Kintec Global Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a skilled Operations Technician to join their dynamic team in a critical infrastructure environment. This role offers the chance to work at key energy sites across the UK, focusing on safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement. You will be responsible for monitoring plant operations, conducting fault diagnosis, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. If you thrive in fast-paced settings and are eager to contribute to operational excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking organization and take the next step in your career!

Qualifications

• Experience in fault-finding and problem-solving in an operational environment.
• Strong understanding of Safe Systems of Work and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and efficient operations and maintenance as part of a shift team.
• Conduct first-line fault diagnosis and repairs for plant performance.

Skills

Fault-finding

Root cause analysis

Problem-solving

Systematic work approach

Continuous improvement

Education

Time-served apprenticeship

NVQ in engineering or process discipline

Tools

Distributed Control System (DCS)

Job description

Operations Technician - Critical Infrastructure
Location: Beckton, UK
Industry: Chemical / Power / Bio / Waste to Energy / Refinery / COMAH

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Operations Technician to join a leading infrastructure business operating key energy sites across the UK. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic, high-performing environment where safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement are at the heart of operations.

Shift Pattern

Rotating shift pattern: (2 days, 3 nights, 4 off, 3 days, 2 nights, 5 off, 2 days, 2 nights, 12 off)
Shift timings: 06:00 - 18:00 / 18:00 - 06:00

Key Responsibilities

1. Work as part of a shift team to ensure safe and efficient operations, maintenance, and process improvements.
2. Monitor, inspect, and control plant parameters, responding to operational requirements.
3. Conduct first-line fault diagnosis and repairs to maintain smooth plant performance.
4. Operate and interpret data from the Distributed Control System (DCS).
5. Support plant start-up and shutdown processes, including emergency shutdown procedures.
6. Ensure compliance with SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality) standards.
7. Contribute to safe systems of work, permit-to-work processes, and risk assessments.

What We're Looking For

1. A time-served apprenticeship, NVQ, or equivalent qualification in an engineering or process discipline.
2. Experience in fault-finding, root cause analysis, and problem-solving in an operational environment.
3. Ability to follow procedures and work systematically to meet operational targets.
4. Strong understanding of Safe Systems of Work, including permits, risk assessments, and method statements.
5. Proactive approach to continuous improvement and operational excellence.

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career within a well-established and forward-thinking organisation. If you're looking for a hands-on role in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to take the next step in your career.