Thermal Plant Operator

ZipRecruiter; Knaresborough; On-site; GBP 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in waste management is seeking an experienced Thermal Plant Operator for its Energy from Waste Plant. This pivotal role involves ensuring safe operations during various plant states, compliance with regulations, and mentoring new team members while optimizing plant performance as part of a diverse and inclusive team.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Commitment to diversity and inclusivity

Qualifications

• Clear and analytical thinking skills to diagnose technical issues.
• Proficient knowledge of combustion and boiler processes.
• Successful operation experience of an Energy from Waste facility.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Environmental Permit.
• Optimize plant operations in collaboration with maintenance.
• Coach and mentor new personnel on operations.

Skills

Problem-solving

Technical competency

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

WAMITAB Level 4 Operator Competence

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Thermal Plant Operator to support the safe and efficient operation of our Energy from Waste (EfW) Plant at Allerton Waste Recovery Park. This role involves working during steady state, start-up, shutdown, and emergency situations.

In this role, you will:

• Ensure compliance with all aspects of the Environmental Permit and report any non-compliance or incidents to the Shift Team Leader.
• Operate within our company's Health & Safety, Quality, and Environmental Systems, adhering to all relevant legislation.
• Participate in Company/Site HSE initiatives, including forum activities.
• Collaborate closely with the Maintenance Team to ensure the Plant is fully operational and optimized.
• Coach and mentor new personnel on EfW Plant operations and compliance requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation, shift handovers, maintenance requests, and supporting information in a timely manner.

The salary for this role is £46,778.70.

Shift Pattern: 2 days / 3 nights / 4 off / 3 days / 2 nights / 5 off / 2 days / 2 nights / 12 off.

The Person:

• WAMITAB Level 4 Operator Competence for Managing Thermal Treatment Facilities (desirable).
• Clear and analytical thinking skills to diagnose technical issues and handle dynamic situations.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to build and maintain professional expertise through networks, learning, and research, and communicate effectively with the team.
• Commitment to continuous improvement of systems, processes, and services related to the EfW Facility.
• Technical competency relevant to the EfW facility.
• Ability to work towards defined KPI deliverables.
• Proficient knowledge of combustion and boiler processes.
• Successful operation experience of an Energy from Waste facility(s).

Our Business

At Thalia Waste Management, we are committed to creating a sustainable future. We innovate in waste-to-energy solutions across our strategic sites in North Yorkshire, Milton Keynes, Cambridgeshire, and the Isle of Wight. Our technologies include mechanical and biological treatment, mass-burn energy from waste, recycling, in-vessel composting, advanced thermal treatment, small-scale energy from waste, and anaerobic digestion. We process approximately 300,000 tonnes of waste annually, generating energy equivalent to about 600 million solar panels, and recycle around 95,000 tonnes of waste.

We value diversity and inclusivity, focusing on your skills and passion rather than just your CV. We offer flexible working arrangements and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments during recruitment and employment. We are an equal opportunity employer, valuing individuals regardless of sex, gender expression, marital status, veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristics. For support or adjustments during the application process, please contact our recruitment team.