Operator

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

Job summary

NRL in Stoke is seeking an experienced Plant Operator to join a highly skilled team on a six-month contract starting as soon as possible. Based in Stoke, the role runs Monday to Friday, 39 hours per week.

You will operate plant machinery, monitor performance, carry out routine inspections, perform basic maintenance and record data accurately while supporting start-up, shutdown and outage activities with a strong safety focus.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds NVQ or equivalent in mechanical discipline.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Operate plant machinery safely and per procedures.
• Monitor process performance, gauges and instrumentation.
• Carry out routine equipment inspections and identify faults.
• Record operational and maintenance data accurately.
• Load and unload materials and assist start-up/shutdown procedures.
• Support maintenance teams during outages and repairs.
• Follow permit-to-work and site procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe workspace and collaborate with teams.

Skills

Plant operations

Health & safety

Troubleshooting

Communication

Teamwork

Record keeping

Education

City & Guilds / NVQ in mechanical discipline

Tools

Forklift Licence

Job description

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Plant Operator to join a highly skilled team in Stoke. 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 Stoke, working Monday to Friday, 39 hours per week. The initial contract runs for six months.

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)

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.