Plant Operator

MPI Ltd; Rushmoor; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a skilled Plant Operator to manage operations at a pilot plant. This role involves using a SCADA control system to monitor and operate the plant, ensuring adherence to procedures during start-up and shut-down. The ideal candidate will have a mechanical or engineering background and be capable of diagnosing faults and assisting with maintenance tasks. This position offers a flexible shift pattern with a night shift premium, making it a great opportunity for those looking to enhance their operational skills in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience operating plants and using control systems.
• Mechanical or other engineering backgrounds preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor the pilot plant using SCADA.
• Assist with maintenance tasks and coordinate control room operations.

Skills

Plant Operation

Monitoring Process Parameters

First Line Fault Diagnosis

Education

Mechanical Engineering Background

Chemical Engineering Background

Electrical Engineering Background

Automotive Engineering Background

Aeronautic Engineering Background

Tools

SCADA Control System

Job description

MPI are currently recruiting for a Plant Operator, for our client based in Cranfield.

This is a 6 month initial contract with the option to extend and will begin in March.

Shift patterns: 7:00am-15:00pm, 15:00pm-23:00pm, 23:00pm-7:00am (30mins to 1 hour overlap between each shift).

Night shift premium rate.

Hours per week: Likely variable depending on activities on site. Expected a minimum of 3-4 shifts a week.

Duties:

1. Operate the pilot plant by using a control system (SCADA).
2. Monitor the plant during operation, start up, shut down, as well as following the operating procedures.
3. Coordinate and direct control room operations.
4. Monitor and control process parameters.
5. Assist Shift Team Leader with plant operation, monitoring, and first-line fault diagnosis.
6. Assist with maintenance tasks on site.

Qualifications:

1. Previous plant experience.
2. Mechanical background preferred, but other engineering backgrounds too (chemical, process, electrical, automotive, aeronautic).
3. Blue CSCS/Skill card (minimum).
4. Gold CSCS/Skill card would be preferred.
5. First aid qualified is preferred.