Steam Boiler Operator — Safe, Efficient Plant Technician

Right Contract Services; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Right Contract Services in Central London募集 Boiler Operator to oversee steam boiler operations, maintain pressures and water levels, and ensure safety procedures are followed. The role requires hands-on boiler experience and ability to work with minimal supervision in a busy facility.

Key duties include monitoring equipment, performing start/stop procedures, maintaining water quality, and recording readings. On-site hours are Monday to Friday, 8am-4pm, with a focus on safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• Actual steam systems operating experience is required.
• Formal boiler/operator training or experience is preferred.
• Evidence of ability to work safely without supervision.
• Understanding of PSSR/LOTO/permit systems.
• Water-treatment experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor steam boilers, burners, feedwater systems, pumps, valves and related equipment.
• Start up and shut down boilers safely per procedures.
• Monitor steam pressure, temperature, water level, fuel supply and other parameters.
• Maintain required steam pressure and supply to production/facilities.
• Record readings and inspect boiler room operations.
• Test boiler water and assist water treatment to maintain water quality.
• Carry out boiler blowdown and check safety devices and interlocks.
• Report defects and assist with troubleshooting and repairs.

Skills

Steam systems experience

Boiler operation training

Independent working

PSSR/LOTO knowledge

Water treatment (preferable)

Education

BOAS preferable

City and Guild Boiler operator training preferable

Technical or vocational qualification in mechanical/electrical boiler operations

Job description

Right Contract Services in Central London募集 Boiler Operator to oversee steam boiler operations, maintain pressures and water levels, and ensure safety procedures are followed. The role requires hands-on boiler experience and ability to work with minimal supervision in a busy facility.

Key duties include monitoring equipment, performing start/stop procedures, maintaining water quality, and recording readings. On-site hours are Monday to Friday, 8am-4pm, with a focus on safety and reliability.