Shift Plant Operator

Wotech; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading waste management company seeks a Shift Plant Operator to ensure the efficient operation of their Energy-from-Waste facility. The role involves monitoring equipment, conducting inspections, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Candidates should have relevant qualifications, operational experience, and strong communication skills.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Pension scheme

On-the-job training

Recognition scheme

Refer a friend programme

Flexible benefits including high street savings

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of operational or maintenance experience in power generation or similar.
• Understanding of HSE standards (IOSH Managing Safely desirable).
• Ability to work shifts and take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Operate plant equipment safely and efficiently.
• Conduct first-line fault diagnosis and assist with maintenance.
• Monitor environmental compliance and apply safety procedures.

Skills

Health and Safety standards

Communication

Teamwork

Organisational skills

IT literacy

Education

ONC/City and Guilds/NVQ Level 3

Job description

Are you looking for the right role for you? Then look no further

Shift Plant Operator

Salary: £31,235 - £39,044 per annum

Hours: Full-time, 4 on 4 off shift pattern

Location: Dudley EFW, DY2 8YT

As a Shift Plant Operator at FCC Environment, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of our Energy-from-Waste (EfW) facility, including the high-pressure boiler and steam turbine generator, along with all associated auxiliary plant. Reporting to the Shift Team Leader, you will help maximise plant reliability and performance while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and environmental compliance.

This vacancy is for a full-time position, five days a week.

Our promise to you

• Competitive salary
• 25 days annual leave (full-time working) plus Bank Holidays
• Pension scheme
• On-the-job training and progression
• Recognition scheme
• Refer a friend programme
• Flexible benefits including high street savings, cycle to work scheme, Gymflex membership, holiday purchase and more (Where applicable)
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and Best Doctors Service via our Wellbeing Platform
  
  

What will you be doing?

• Operate plant equipment safely and efficiently during normal and emergency situations
• Carry out first-line fault diagnosis and assist with maintenance activities
• Undertake routine plant inspections and record data
• Monitor and maintain compliance with the Environmental Permit
• Apply isolations and safety procedures as an Authorised Person
• Write and review site Method Statements and Risk Assessments
• Analyse steam cycle chemistry and adjust dosing systems accordingly
• Support site emergency response and HSE initiatives
• Operate mobile plant and waste grab crane (training provided)
  
  

What are we looking for?

• ONC/City and Guilds/NVQ Level 3 in a relevant craft or process/thermal production operation
• At least 3 years of operational or maintenance experience in power generation, Energy-from-Waste, or heavy industrial process environments
• Sound understanding of health, safety, and environmental standards (IOSH Managing Safely desirable)
• Strong communication, teamwork, and organisational skills
• Ability to work unsupervised and take initiative
• Willingness to work shifts, be on-call, and adapt to business needs
• IT literacy and familiarity with plant control systems
  
  

About Us

We are FCC Environment, one of the UKs leading waste and resource management companies. We transform waste into valuable resources, operate over 200 facilities across the UK, and employ around 4,200 people.

We are proud to support a more sustainable society. Join us and help shape the future of waste management.

FCC Environment are equal opportunities employers. We value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all.

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