Shift Operations Technician

ASTUTE Technical Recruitment Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative energy company is seeking dedicated Shift Operations Technicians to join their new Energy from Waste Power Station. This exciting role involves overseeing the commissioning phase and ensuring the efficient operation of critical equipment, including turbines and boilers. The ideal candidates will have a strong background in heavy process engineering and be skilled in using SCADA/DCS systems. With a competitive salary and a range of benefits, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to sustainable energy solutions while working in a dynamic and supportive environment. Join a forward-thinking team and make a meaningful impact in the energy sector!

Benefits

Overtime

Bonus

Further Education Allowance

Excellent Holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in heavy process engineering environments like Power, Petrochemicals, and Refineries.
• Knowledge of steam generation equipment and SCADA/DCS systems.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate turbines, boilers, and pumps using DCS systems.
• Ensure compliance with HSE regulations and company policies.
• Perform daily checks and provide technical supervision.

Skills

Heavy Process Engineering Experience

SCADA/DCS Systems

Teamwork

Health and Safety Compliance

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Engineering

Health and Safety Qualification (IOSH/NEBOSH)

Tools

DCS System

Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS)

Job description

Astute’s Power Team is exclusively partnered with our client to recruit for 5 Shift Operations Technicians to join a brand-new Energy from Waste Power Station, which is due to start commissioning phase, in Kelvedon, Essex. The EfW Power Station will process 595,000 tons of waste per annum to generate 55MW of electricity to export to the National Grid.

The crucial Shift Operations Technician roles comes with a salary range of £38,000 - £46,920 (inclusive of shift allowance) + Bonus + Overtime + further education allowances + other benefits.

If you’re an experienced Shift Operations Technician and are looking to work at a brand-new site, during the commissioning phase through to full operations, then upload your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and Duties

Reporting to the Shift Team Leader, you will be responsible for:

1. Using a DCS system you will be required to start, stop and monitor turbines, boilers, pumps, water treatment plant and more.
2. Working closely with the EPC Team during the commissioning phase of the plant.
3. Ensuring the plant is operating within its parameters whilst complying with strict HSE rules and regulations as well as company policies and procedures.
4. Performing plant walk round and daily checks to ensure equipment is operating correctly and efficiently.
5. Monitoring of continuous emissions monitoring systems (CEMS) and perform corrective adjustments to the process when required.
6. Providing technical supervision and assistance where necessary for company and contract staff.
7. Working within the company Health & Safety, Environmental and Quality Systems.

Professional Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

1. Ideally have an NVQ Level 3 or above qualification in an engineering discipline.
2. A formal health and safety qualification such as IOSH or NEBOSH will be desirable.

Personal Skills, Prior Experience and Knowledge

The Shift Operations Technician role would suit someone who has:

1. Prior experience working in heavy process engineering environments such as Power (EfW, CCGT, Coal, Biomass, CHP), Petrochemicals, Refineries, Paper Mills, etc.
2. Knowledge and experience working with steam generation equipment.
3. Extensive experience working with SCADA/DCS systems.
4. Ability to work as part of a team and cover for shift staff in times of absence on short notice.

Salary and Benefits of the Shift Operations Technician Role

* A salary banding between £38,000 - £46,920 (DoE and inclusive of shift allowance).

* Overtime.

* Bonus.

* Further education allowance.

* Excellent holidays.

* Other benefits.

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.