Operator

NRL; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

NRL Group in Aberdeen is seeking an experienced Plant Operator to join a highly skilled engineering team on a six-month contract, with start as soon as possible. Based in Aberdeen, you will work Monday to Friday, 39 hours per week, performing safe plant operations, routine inspections, data recording and collaborative maintenance support.

The role requires City & Guilds in mechanical discipline or NVQ, a solid understanding of plant operations and a strong commitment to health and safety.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds qualification in mechanical discipline or NVQ.
• Knowledge of plant operations and industrial processes.
• Strong commitment to health and safety.
• Accurate record keeping and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Operate plant machinery safely in line with procedures.
• Monitor process performance and instrumentation.
• Carry out routine equipment inspections.
• Record operational and maintenance data accurately.
• Support start-up, shutdown and emergency procedures.
• Load and unload materials; assist maintenance during outages.
• Follow permit-to-work systems and site procedures.
• Work with operations, engineering and maintenance teams.

Skills

Plant operations

Industrial processes

Health and safety

Troubleshooting

Communication

Teamwork

Record keeping

Education

City & Guilds qualification in mechanical discipline or NVQ

Tools

Forklift Truck Licence

Job description

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Plant Operator to join a highly skilled team in Aberdeen. The role is ideal for applicants with a mechanical background looking for a long-term contract, starting as soon as possible.

Location and Working Pattern

Based in Aberdeen, working Monday to Friday, 39 hours per week. The initial contract runs for six months.

Client Overview

On behalf of our client, NRL is recruiting for a Plant Operator to support a leading engineering business committed to safe and efficient operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate plant machinery and equipment safely and in line with procedures
• Monitor process performance, gauges, control panels and instrumentation
• Carry out routine equipment inspections to identify faults or potential issues
• Conduct basic maintenance and housekeeping tasks
• Record operational and maintenance data accurately
• Report defects, breakdowns and safety concerns promptly
• Comply with health, safety, environmental and quality standards
• Load and unload materials, products or waste
• Support plant start-up, shutdown and emergency response procedures
• Assist maintenance teams during outages or repair work
• Maintain a clean, tidy and safe workspace
• Follow permit-to-work systems and site‑specific procedures
• Use authorised mobile plant equipment such as forklifts or cranes
• Take part in toolbox talks, safety briefings and improvement initiatives
• Work collaboratively with operations, engineering and maintenance teams

Must‑have Requirements

• City&Guilds qualification in a mechanical discipline or equivalent NVQ
• Knowledge of plant operations and industrial processes
• Strong commitment to health and safety
• Effective troubleshooting, communication and teamwork skills
• Attention to detail with accurate record keeping

Nice‑to‑have Skills

• Forklift Truck Licence (training can be provided)

About the Employer

The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future.

We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer.

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