Operations Technician

JR United Kingdom; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company and play a crucial role in the operations of a cutting-edge Energy from Waste plant, powering 70,000 homes. This exciting position offers the opportunity to operate state-of-the-art equipment and work within a modern power station. You'll gain valuable exposure to advanced systems and processes while ensuring compliance with environmental standards. If you have a background in process operations and control room experience, this is your chance to power your career in a dynamic and innovative facility.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Training for professional development

Bonus opportunity

Qualifications

• Experience in process operations and control room operations.
• Knowledge of SCADA/PLC/DCS systems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate the plant safely and efficiently, including start-ups and emergencies.
• Monitor the Distributed Control System to maintain steam pressure.

Skills

Process operations experience

Knowledge of SCADA systems

Control room operations

Experience with DCS systems

Background in Energy from Waste

Fault finding

Job description

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Salary & Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus opportunity, comprehensive benefits package, and training for professional development.

Play a vital role in the operations of a cutting-edge Energy from Waste plant set to power 70,000 homes.

Why you’ll love this role:

• Operate state-of-the-art equipment in a new facility during commissioning and mobilisation.
• Be part of a team ensuring the safe and efficient running of a modern power station.
• Gain exposure to advanced systems and processes within the power sector.

What you’ll be doing:

• Operating the plant safely and efficiently, including start-ups, shutdowns, and emergencies.
• Monitoring the Distributed Control System (DCS) to maintain steam pressure and power production.
• Ensuring compliance with environmental permits and reporting issues to the Shift Team Leader.
• Conducting plant inspections, front-line maintenance, and fault finding.
• Assisting with operating procedures and supporting the maintenance team.

What we want from you:

• Process operations experience with knowledge of SCADA/PLC/DCS systems.
• Experience in control room operations, ideally with steam-raising plant and turbines.
• Background in industries such as Energy from Waste, Biomass, or Petrochemicals.
• Marine Engineers from Merchant Fleet or Royal Navy will be considered.

Apply today to power your career in this exciting new facility!