Plant Operator

Altera Recruitment Group Ltd; Park Village; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Plant Operator in the United Kingdom. This role involves operating boilers and turbines, ensuring safety standards, and monitoring plant performance. Candidates should have experience in industrial settings, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in demanding environments. The position offers a competitive salary between £39,500 and £43,500 and comes with structured training and development opportunities within a resilient industry.

Qualifications

• Previous experience or working knowledge of boiler systems and steam turbines.
• Strong understanding of health, safety, and compliance standards.
• Ability to work in physically demanding environments.

Responsibilities

• Operate and oversee boilers, turbines, and control systems.
• Monitor plant performance through control panels and inspections.
• Record operational data and performance metrics.

Skills

Experience with boiler systems

Understanding of health and safety standards

Communication skills

Team player

Job description

Plant Operator

Altera Recruitment Group is partnering with a client operating within the energy and industrial processing sector to appoint a skilled Plant Operator. The role of a Plant Operator is central to the safe and efficient operation of a high‑performing plant environment, with responsibility for monitoring steam generation systems, turbines, and associated equipment. The successful Plant Operator will be technically capable, safety‑focused, and comfortable working in a dynamic, shift‑based operational setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and oversee boilers, turbines, and control systems to maintain efficient and consistent plant output.
• Monitor plant performance through control panels, instrumentation, and on‑site inspections, responding proactively to system variations or faults.
• Accurately record operational data, performance metrics, and shift handover information.
• React effectively to alarms, breakdowns, and both planned and emergency maintenance activities to ensure plant safety and continuity.
• Support wider plant operations as required, including material handling, waste movement, and maintaining high housekeeping standards across the site.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience or working knowledge of boiler systems, steam turbines, or similar industrial plant environments.
• A strong understanding of health, safety, and compliance standards within operational or process‑driven settings.
• Competence working in physically demanding environments, including at height and within confined spaces.
• Experience operating plant machinery such as forklifts or loading equipment is advantageous.
• A proactive team player with clear communication skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £39,500 to £43,500, reflecting skills and experience.
• A permanent role based in Wolverhampton, within a well‑established operational facility.
• Structured training and development, including progression within operational and safety‑critical responsibilities.
• A collaborative team culture with strong leadership and clear operational procedures.
• Long‑term career stability within a resilient and essential industry.