Power Plant Operator

Energis Recruitment Ltd; Michigan; On-site; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

Shift allowance

Pension

Private healthcare

Training programme

Career progression

Hands-on experience

Technical development

Job summary

Energis Recruitment Ltd is partnering with a leading power generation company to offer a 2–3 year development programme for aspiring Power Plant Operators. You’ll gain hands-on experience at two major stations, operating and maintaining large-scale equipment and learning from experienced teams.

Successful candidates will combine technical aptitude with safety focus and a strong willingness to learn, aiming for a long-term career in power generation. Competitive salary and training are provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 A Levels, ideally supported by an engineering apprenticeship, engineering degree or equivalent qualification.
• Good technical aptitude.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• A collaborative approach and willingness to learn.
• A commitment to maintaining high safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor power generation plant and auxiliary systems.
• Assist with plant start-ups, shutdowns and load changes.
• Carry out routine inspections and report defects.
• Support maintenance activities through plant isolations.
• Record operational data and help improve plant performance.
• Work closely with Operations and Maintenance teams.

Skills

Technical aptitude

Problem-solving

Communication

Collaboration

Safety standards

Education

A Levels

Engineering apprenticeship

Engineering degree

Job description

Power Plant Operator (Development Programme)

Job Description

Kilroot & Ballylumford Power Stations

Kick-start your career in power generation through a structured 2–3 year development programme!

Our client, a leading power generation company, has partnered with Energis to recruit Power Plant Operators. Working across two of Northern Ireland's largest power stations, you'll receive comprehensive training while gaining practical experience operating and maintaining large-scale equipment, including gas turbines, steam turbines, generators and associated plant.

The Role

As part of the Operations team, you'll learn to safely operate, monitor and control power generation plant, supporting efficient electricity production while maintaining the highest standards of safety and environmental compliance.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Operating and monitoring power generation plant and auxiliary systems.
• Assisting with plant start-ups, shutdowns and load changes.
• Carrying out routine inspections and reporting defects.
• Supporting maintenance activities through plant isolations.
• Recording operational data and helping improve plant performance.
• Working closely with Operations and Maintenance teams.

We're looking for dynamic individuals who are technically minded, safety-focused and keen to develop a long-term career in power generation.

Minimum Criteria

• A minimum of 3 A Levels, ideally supported by a recognised engineering apprenticeship, engineering degree or equivalent qualification.
• Good technical aptitude.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• A collaborative approach and willingness to learn.
• A commitment to maintaining high safety and quality standards.

What's On Offer

• Highly competitive basic salary.
• Attractive bonus scheme.
• Shift allowance.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Private healthcare.
• Structured 2–3 year training and development programme.
• Hands-on experience at two major power generation sites.
• Clear career progression.
• Ongoing technical training and professional development.
• Opportunity to work with advanced power generation technology in a safety-focused environment.

By applying for this role you are consenting to Energis Recruitment holding your details for a period of 12 months to be considered for other roles. As a candidate you have the right to consent or object to this.