Shift Plant Operator

Welland Operations; Sideway; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Welland Operations is seeking an operational team member in Sideway, UK to monitor and control boiler and turbine operations for optimal steam generation. The role requires you to improve plant performance by operating equipment, responding to alarms, and ensuring safety protocols are adhered to.

Your qualifications should include at least a GCSE in Maths and Science, along with knowledge of DCS systems and a background in engineering being highly advantageous. A reliable approach to teamwork is also necessary.

Qualifications

• Experience with boiler operations or in heavy industry.
• Reliable and motivated team player.
• Ability to perform manual handling and lifting.
• Knowledge of process, mechanical, electrical, or instrumentation engineering is advantageous.
• Experience with COSHH and HAZOP is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Control and monitor operations of boiler and turbine for steam generation.
• Report, improve plant performance, and coordinate waste management.
• Respond to planned and unplanned repairs and alarms.
• Operate and maintain overhead waste crane as necessary.
• Complete cleaning schedules and conduct fire drills.

Skills

Boiler operations understanding

Teamwork

Physical capability for manual handling

Knowledge of computers and DCS systems

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Education

GCSE in Maths and Science at least grade C / Level 5

City & Guilds in small thermal plant for heat and power production

Tools

FLT qualifications

DCS control systems

Job description

The key aim of this role is to control and monitor operations of the boiler and turbine to ensure the optimum generation of steam.

Operational

Monitor, report on and improve plant performance by operating the turbine and boilers and coordinating incoming and outgoing waste.

Optimise plant processes by measuring and controlling temperature, flow and pressure using instrumentation, gauges and the DCS control system, and take corrective action where required.

Record readings accurately and maintain a clear,up-to-date shift log of daily operations.

Respond effectively to planned and unplanned repairs, blockages and changing plant conditions, including emergency situations.

Respond promptly to alarms, faults and operational issues to maintain safe and efficient plant performance.

Operate the overhead waste crane in line withplant procedures, protocols and operational requirements.

When required, carry out plant attendant duties, including loading and unloading vehicles and using an FLT to maintain a steady supply of raw materials and remove ash waste.

Ensure plant cleaning schedules are completed to the required standard.

Work safely at height and in confined spaces when required.

Undertake any additional training required by the company.

Health and Safety Responsibilities

Maintain a high standard of house keeping across the plant at all times.

Follow safe working practices in line with the company’s health and safety policies and procedures.

Take an active part in fire drills and evacuation exercises.

Report all health and safety concerns promptly and proactively.

Experience/Qualifications/Skills

Experience and understanding of boiler operations or heavy industry.

A reliable, motivated and collaborative approach to teamwork.

Physical capability to carry out manual handling and lifting as required.

Qualifications in Maths and Science to at least GCSE grade C / Level 5, or equivalent.

knowledge of computers and DCS systems.

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.

A background in process, mechanical, electrical or instrumentation engineering is highly advantageous, ideally gained through an apprenticeship.

Desirable: experience of COSHH and HAZOP.

FLT and/or FLS qualifications are advantageous.

Highly desirable: City & Guilds in smallthermal plant for heat and power production, BOAS, or an equivalentqualification.