Senior DCS Technician – Energy from Waste Plant

FCC Environment; Newsham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days' annual leave

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Discretionary bonus

On-the-job training and progression

Flexible benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

FCC Environment is seeking an Enhanced Technician to support safe and efficient operation at the Allington Energy from Waste Facility. You will operate plant systems via the DCS, monitor performance and assist with maintenance and incident investigations.

This full-time, shift-based role offers a competitive salary and benefits, with opportunities for progression and training within a large UK energy and waste management company.

Qualifications

• Experience in plant operations or maintenance.
• Knowledge of health, safety and environmental legislation.
• Experience with large boiler/rotating plant (preferred).
• Strong leadership to support and develop teams.
• Ability to develop and follow operational procedures and risk assessments.
• DCS knowledge is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate plant safely and efficiently per FCC procedures and environmental standards.
• Monitor and improve HSE performance across the site.
• Carry out plant activities including waste handling, boilers, turbines and pumps.
• Support maintenance activities and return plant to service.
• Coordinate contractors and ensure Safe Systems of Work.
• Lead operational improvements to increase plant performance.
• Participate in investigations and incident reporting.

Skills

DCS knowledge

Leadership

Procedures & risk assessments

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Education

NEBOSH or IOSH qualification (or working towards)

Tools

DCS (Distributed Control System)

Job description

FCC Environment is seeking an Enhanced Technician to support safe and efficient operation at the Allington Energy from Waste Facility. You will operate plant systems via the DCS, monitor performance and assist with maintenance and incident investigations.

This full-time, shift-based role offers a competitive salary and benefits, with opportunities for progression and training within a large UK energy and waste management company.