Plant Operator

FCC Environment; Larkhill; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

On-the-job training

Refer a friend scheme

Flexible benefits

Employee assistance program

Job summary

FCC Environment is hiring a Plant Operator at the Severnwaste Services EfW facility in Worcestershire. You will operate the Energy from Waste plant safely and efficiently, monitor performance and carry out inspections as part of the operational team.

Working rotating shifts including days, nights, weekends and public holidays, you report to the Shift Team Leader. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits, on-the-job training, progression opportunities, and a supportive working

Qualifications

• Experience working shifts within a continuous process industry.
• Knowledge of Energy from Waste processes and safe working practices.
• Computer literacy and the ability to work with operational systems.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across teams.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate the Energy from Waste facility safely and efficiently.
• Monitor and control plant operations from a computer-based central control room.
• Conduct routine plant inspections, tests, and operational checks.
• Monitor CCTV and site security systems.
• Record, analyse, and report operational data.
• Identify plant issues and raise work requests when required.
• Support emergency response procedures and follow operational instructions.
• Monitor stock levels of consumables and residues to ensure operational continuity.
• Complete detailed shift handovers and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Team collaboration

Tools

Operational systems

Job description

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Salary – £38,940 - £58,410 (plus benefits)

Hours – Rotating shift pattern, including days, nights, weekends and public holidays

Location – Worcestershire Energy from Waste Facility, DY10 4JD

As a Plant Operator at Severnwaste Services, EnviRecover, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of our Energy from Waste (EfW) facility. Working as part of the operational team, you will help ensure the continuous operation of the plant, monitor performance, carry out inspections and tests, and support the delivery of safe, reliable, and efficient energy recovery operations. You will report directly to the Shift Team Leader.

This vacancy is for a full-time position working on a rotating shift pattern.

Our promise to you

• The equivalent of 33 days' annual leave, or 33 days inclusive of Bank Holidays


• On-the-job training and progression opportunities


• Refer a friend scheme


• Flexible benefits, including high street savings, cycle to work scheme and Gymflex membership, and many more (where applicable)


• Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Best Doctors Service via the Wellbeing Platform

What will you be doing?

• Operating the Energy from Waste facility safely and efficiently.


• Monitoring and controlling plant operations from a computer-based central control room.


• Conducting routine plant inspections, tests, and operational checks.


• Monitoring CCTV and site security systems.


• Recording, analysing, and reporting operational data.


• Identifying plant issues and raising work requests when required.


• Supporting emergency response procedures and following operational instructions.


• Monitoring stock levels of consumables and residues to ensure operational continuity.


• Completing detailed shift handovers and maintaining accurate records.


• Working in line with company Health, Safety and Environmental policies.

What are we looking for?

• Experience working shifts within a continuous process industry.


• Experience within power generation, Energy from Waste, defence, or similar operational environments would be advantageous.


• Knowledge of Energy from Waste processes and safe working practices.


• Computer literacy and the ability to work with operational systems.


• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across teams.


• A calm and logical approach to problem-solving and decision-making.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.


• Flexible, adaptable, and motivated approach to work.

About Us

Severn Waste Services is the public face of municipal waste management in Worcestershire and Herefordshire. We are proud to be part of FCC Environment, one of the nation’s leading waste and resource management companies. Committed to sustainability, we strive to minimise waste sent to landfill by transforming it into valuable resources wherever possible. We operate facilities across England, Scotland and Wales, employing around 4,500 dedicated people.

The UK’s recycling and waste management industry has never been more critical. We need innovative individuals who are up for the challenge of tackling climate change. FCC Environment is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.