Shift Team Leader - Power Station

Alecto Recruitment; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Shift Team Leader for a Power Station in Sittingbourne, UK. Responsibilities include managing site operations, ensuring health and safety compliance, and leading shift teams. Candidates should have relevant engineering qualifications and experience in Power Generation. This role offers a competitive salary of £65,000 plus an allowance.

Qualifications

• Experienced Engineer/Technician with a completed recognized Engineering Apprenticeship or Training program.
• Accredited as a Senior Authorised Person for Safe Systems of Work.
• Proven background in Power Generation facilities or similar processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day objectives for site operational output and compliance.
• Identify key indicators of success and establish improvement plans.
• Motivate and manage shift teams to ensure operational excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Operational efficiency

Health & Safety compliance

Education

NVQ or equivalent qualification in relevant engineering discipline

IOSH 3-Day qualification

Job description

Overview

Shift Team Leader - Power Station

£65,000 + £3,000 Allowance

Sittingbourne

Alecto Recruitment are partnering with a market leader in the Power Generation sector who operates various facilities across the UK and are looking for a Shift Team Leader to join their team in Kent.

To apply for this role please send your CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) ext 218 to discuss.

Equally, if this role would not be of interest to you but may be for a suitable friend or colleague, we can offer paid referral fees for successful placements

Responsibilities

• Manage day to day objectives for the site to include operational output, logistics, long term operational and maintenance needs, statutory compliance, resource planning and cost control measures.
• Identify and achieve key indicators of success, establishing improvement plans and targets for the shift team.
• Manage and be fully accountable for the core requirements of the SHE Management system.
• Ensure shift teams are competent both technically and behaviourally and that adequate support is available, organised and supervised where necessary.
• Provide strong management giving precise delegation and responsibility where needed.
• Motivate and enthuse all members of the shift team to contribute to a purposeful environment.
• Ensure full implementation and continued improvement of the Maintenance System.

Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience

• Experienced Engineer/Technician with a completed recognised Engineering Apprenticeship or Training program
• Holds an NVQ or equivalent qualification in a relevant engineering discipline
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements, environmental standards, and health & safety regulations
• Accredited as a Senior Authorised Person for Safe Systems of Work
• Proven background in Power Generation facilities or similar processes, with hands-on experience operating high-pressure steam systems; extensive knowledge gained through shift work in continuous process environments, preferably within Energy from Waste or Biomass
• Skilled in leading operational shift teams, ensuring compliance with procedures, and optimising workforce efficiency in line with Level 3 Documentation requirements
• Holder of IOSH 3-Day qualification (or equivalent)
• Flexible and willing to work shifts
• Self-motivated, with strong task prioritisation and the ability to work independently
• Effective leader and team player
• Excellent communication skills
• Adaptable, with a proactive and innovative approach to problem-solving

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