Operations Engineer

FCC Environment; Dalkeith; On-site; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading waste and resource management company is seeking an Operations Engineer to support the efficient running of their plant. You will improve operational performance, ensure compliance with safety policies, and lead projects. The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of thermal power processes, safety systems, and relevant engineering qualifications. Benefits include a competitive salary and various perks. This is a full-time position based in the UK, Scotland, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to sustainability efforts.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Discretionary bonus scheme

On the job training and progression

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Demonstrable knowledge of thermal power plant processes and safety systems.
• Ability to lead outage planning and plant operational improvement.
• High level of operational/maintenance knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Implement change programmes to enhance operational performance.
• Support site projects from inception to operational rollout.
• Ensure compliance with SHEQ policies and procedures.

Skills

Thermal power plant processes

Safety systems

HV switching

Steam cycle chemistry

Project management

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Education

HNC or NVQ, C&G Level 4 in Engineering

NEBOSH or IOSH qualification

Tools

Nisoft Eclipse

Gladis

ERP (CMMS) systems

Job description

Operations Engineer

Are you an experienced Operations and Maintenance professional with a Power Industry background looking for your next challenge?

Salary: Circa £60,000 per annum (plus benefits) depending on experience. Hours: 40 hours per week. Location & Postcode: Millerhill EfW Plant, Edinburgh, EH22 1SX.

As an Operations Engineer at FCC Environment, you’ll support the safe, compliant, and efficient running of the Millerhill EfW Plant, reporting directly to the Operations Manager. Contributing to the mid‑to‑long‑term strategy for operation of the plant, you’ll help drive operational improvements, ensure high standards in safety and quality, and act as a Senior Authorised Person (LV and HV) providing flexible support to the operations team. Playing a key role in leading operational outage planning in close relation with the Maintenance Department.

This vacancy is for a full‑time position, working 5 days per week.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 25 days’ annual leave (full‑time working) plus Bank Holidays
• Pension scheme
• Life insurance
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• On the job training and progression
• Recognition scheme
• Refer a friend
• Flexible benefits including high street savings, cycle to work scheme and Gymflex membership, and many more (where applicable)
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and the Best Doctors Service via our Wellbeing Platform

Responsibilities

• Identifying and implementing change programmes to enhance operational performance.
• Supporting site projects from inception to operational rollout.
• Collaborating effectively with operations and maintenance teams to foster a culture of teamwork.
• Ensuring compliance with SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment, Quality) policies and procedures.
• Communicating effectively at all levels and demonstrating a professional, flexible, and self‑motivated attitude.
• Supporting the succession and development plan for the site by mentoring and sharing knowledge to promote internal opportunities.

Qualifications and Experience

• Demonstrable knowledge of thermal power plant processes, safety systems, HV switching, steam cycle chemistry, performance monitoring, and technical drawing interpretation.
• Ability to lead and coordinate annual outage planning and plant operational improvement projects.
• Demonstrate knowledge and previous authorisation/application of Safety Rules to provide operational support as Senior Authorised Person (SAP1 & SAP2 HV), Nominated Supervisor, and Control Person as required.
• Exhibit strong project management, organisational, and problem‑solving skills with an ability to work unsupervised and take responsibility of a workload.
• Minimum HNC or NVQ, C&G Level 4 or higher in Engineering (or working towards), relevant experience without qualifications may be considered.
• High level of practical operational/maintenance knowledge and experience.
• NEBOSH or IOSH qualification preferable.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Nisoft Eclipse, Gladis, and ERP (CMMS) systems.

Personal Attributes

• Ability to work unsupervised and take responsibility for workload.
• Detail‑oriented, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Affable, flexible, and committed to delivering results on schedule.

About Us

We are FCC Environment, one of the UK’s leading waste and resource management companies. Our goal is to minimise the amount of waste that ends up in landfill by transforming it into valuable resources wherever possible.

Operating over 200 facilities across the UK, and employing around 4,200 people, we’re on the frontline of tackling climate change. We need ambitious, innovative professionals like you to help us shape a sustainable future.

Equal Opportunities

FCC Environment is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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