Power Generation Shift Leader - 24/7 Ops (4-on/4-off)

Mac Recruit Group; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Pension

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

EV Car Scheme

Job summary

Mac Recruit Group is recruiting for a Shift Team Leader in Central Scotland to manage 24/7 operations at a power generation site. The role includes leading the shift team, coordinating start-ups and shutdowns, and ensuring plant compliance.

You will operate boilers and turbines via DCS/SCADA, uphold HS&E standards, and maintain shift records. The position offers progression and a competitive package with bonus and benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in power generation or related process environment.
• Strong DCS/HMI/SCADA control room experience.
• Experience operating mechanical/process plant.
• Previous team leadership experience or capability to lead.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor boilers, turbines, pumps and associated plant via DCS/HMI/SCADA.
• Lead, support and develop the shift operations team.
• Coordinate plant start-ups, shutdowns and operational issues.
• Carry out plant inspections and support minor reactive maintenance.
• Monitor CEMS and ensure environmental permit compliance.
• Maintain accurate operational and shift records.
• Ensure high standards of Health & Safety across the facility.

Skills

Team leadership

DCS/SCADA experience

Mechanical/process plant

Shift coordination

Health & safety awareness

Education

HNC/NVQ or equivalent

Tools

DCS/HMI/SCADA

Job description

Mac Recruit Group is recruiting for a Shift Team Leader in Central Scotland to manage 24/7 operations at a power generation site. The role includes leading the shift team, coordinating start-ups and shutdowns, and ensuring plant compliance.

You will operate boilers and turbines via DCS/SCADA, uphold HS&E standards, and maintain shift records. The position offers progression and a competitive package with bonus and benefits.