Shift Team Leader - Energy from Waste Operations

FCC Environment; Haresfield; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

25 days' annual leave + Bank Holidays

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Discretionary bonus

On-the-job training and progression

Recognition scheme

Refer a friend

Flexible benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

FCC Environment is seeking a Shift Team Leader for our Gloucestershire Energy from Waste Facility. You will supervise the shift team within a 24-hour operational environment, ensuring safety, compliance with design criteria and permits, and efficient plant performance.

You will lead by example, conduct performance reviews, provide coaching, and coordinate with stakeholders and emergency services as needed. A strong background in energy-from-waste operations and leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• Extensive operational experience in power generation or energy-from-waste environments.
• Experience in demanding, fast-paced operational settings.
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation, safe systems of work and compliance requirements.
• Proven leadership with ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the shift team within a 24-hour operational environment.
• Act as Senior Authorised Person; ensure correct application of site safety rules.
• Manage emergency situations and coordinate responses with stakeholders and emergency services.
• Ensure compliance with design criteria, planning conditions and environmental permits.
• Promote safety culture and maintain high housekeeping standards.
• Monitor waste acceptance and manage non-conforming waste.
• Oversee inputs/outputs processing and shift handovers.
• Provide coaching, conduct performance reviews, and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Operational leadership

Health & safety

Communication

Analytical skills

IT literacy

Teamwork

Job description

FCC Environment is seeking a Shift Team Leader for our Gloucestershire Energy from Waste Facility. You will supervise the shift team within a 24-hour operational environment, ensuring safety, compliance with design criteria and permits, and efficient plant performance.

You will lead by example, conduct performance reviews, provide coaching, and coordinate with stakeholders and emergency services as needed. A strong background in energy-from-waste operations and leadership is essential.