Shift Production Team Lead

S1jobs; Forth; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

S1jobs in Scotland invites applications for a Shift Production Team Leader to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of our facility south of Glasgow. You will lead shift operations, supervise staff, and ensure compliance with HSE, Environmental and Quality standards.

The role requires hands-on control room and shop-floor experience, working with DCS/HMI/SCADA systems, and mentoring a small team. You will drive SOP improvements, maintain logs, and coordinate maintenance and process

Qualifications

• HNC, NVQ, or equivalent qualification in a relevant engineering discipline
• Strong knowledge of HMI, SCADA, and DCS systems
• Operational experience in power generation, steam raising, or mechanical process environments
• Experience in both control room and shop-floor environments
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• A flexible, team-oriented working attitude
• Basic IT skills for reporting and documentation
• Practical mechanical skills for minor adjustments and repairs

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor turbines, boilers, pumps, and water systems on a DCS.
• Maintain HSE compliance and follow company policies.
• Conduct daily plant walkdowns and inspections.
• Provide supervision to shift staff and coordinate maintenance.
• Support and coordinate minor reactive maintenance as needed.
• Maintain shift logs and performance records.
• Mentor and develop shift team members.
• Provide cover for other Shift Team Leaders when needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Flexible, team-oriented

Basic IT skills

Practical mechanical skills

Education

HNC/NQV in engineering

Time-served experience

IOSH/NEBOSH/BOAS (Desirable)

Tools

HMI

SCADA

DCS systems

Job description

We are seeking to appoint a Shift Production Team Leader to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the facility. The successful candidate will lead shift operations, supervise staff, and ensure compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality standards. This is a shift role based south of Glasgow.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Operate, start, stop, and monitor turbines, boilers, pumps, water treatment systems, and other plant equipment using a DCS system
• Ensure plant operations remain within defined parameters while complying with strict HSE regulations, company policies, and procedures
• Conduct plant walkdowns and daily inspections to ensure equipment is operating safely and efficiently
• Monitor Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS) to ensure compliance with environmental permit conditions
• Provide technical supervision and support to company and contract staff
• Work within the company's Health & Safety, Environmental, and Quality Management Systems
• Direct and guide Shift Process Operators in carrying out scheduled plant inspections, asset adjustments, and reporting activities
• Support and coordinate minor reactive maintenance and process stoppages, including raising jobs on the maintenance system
• Assist in the continuous improvement of operational Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Maintain accurate plant performance records and complete shift logs
• Supervise the testing and treatment of boiler, cooling, and other plant water systems
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly plant environment
• Manage, mentor, coach, and develop shift team members
• Provide shift cover for other Shift Team Leaders during sickness, holidays, or training

Essential

Experience, Qualifications & Skills

• HNC, NVQ, or equivalent qualification in a relevant engineering discipline, or demonstrable time-served experience
• Strong knowledge and experience of HMI, SCADA, and DCS systems
• Operational experience in power generation, steam raising, or mechanical process environments
• Experience working in both control room and shop-floor plant environments
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• A flexible, team-oriented working attitude
• Basic IT skills for reporting and documentation
• Practical mechanical skills for minor adjustments and repairs

Desirable

• IOSH, NEBOSH, or BOAS qualification
• Background within EFW would be beneficial
• Health & Safety qualification