Plant Operator - Safe, Efficient Industrial Ops

Aureos; Bathgate; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Aureos Infrastructure Services Limited is seeking a skilled Plant Operator to oversee, monitor, and maintain our industrial machinery and plant equipment on infrastructure projects. You will ensure operations run safely, efficiently, and in line with industry standards.

Join a growing team that values safety, quality, and collaborative problem solving. The role requires technical qualifications and a strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards on site.

Qualifications

• Technical diploma, vocational training, or equivalent certification in mechanical, electrical, or industrial plant operations.
• Proven experience as Plant Operator or similar roles in infrastructure, construction, or heavy industry.
• Strong understanding of industrial machinery, mechanical systems and safety protocols.
• Ability to read technical manuals, blueprints and process flow diagrams.
• Excellent problem-solving and physical stamina for manual tasks and varied environments.
• Effective communication and commitment to team safety and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and control plant machinery and auxiliary systems safely and efficiently.
• Conduct regular inspections, maintenance, and troubleshooting of plant systems.
• Perform start-up and shut-down procedures according to safety guidelines.
• Maintain logs of plant operations, readings, and maintenance activities.
• Adhere to health, safety and environmental regulations and report hazards.
• Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to coordinate repairs and optimise performance.

Skills

Plant operations

Safety protocols

Manual dexterity

Problem solving

Team communication

Education

Technical diploma or vocational training in mechanical/electrical/industrial plant operations

Job description

Aureos Infrastructure Services Limited is seeking a skilled Plant Operator to oversee, monitor, and maintain our industrial machinery and plant equipment on infrastructure projects. You will ensure operations run safely, efficiently, and in line with industry standards.

Join a growing team that values safety, quality, and collaborative problem solving. The role requires technical qualifications and a strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards on site.