We here at Siamo Recruitment are working with a thriving and passionate energy waste firm inTA6 and are currently seeking a Shift Operator Technician to join the team, this is a permanent role.
You will thrive in communicating across numerous teams, working harmoniously with both the Maintenance and Operations team.
Why Join our client?
£42,000 pa
Exclusive Benefits package
Career Progression
Duties:
You will be carrying out general operational and maintenance duties across the Plant to facilitate a safe and efficient operation.
You will also be required to operate of the plant from a computer based central control room, standing in for the Senior Shift Operator as and when necessary.
Working days & nights you will be required to work rotating shift patterns that include weekends and public holidays. You may also be asked to provide shift cover as required to ensure a continuous operation.
You will report directly to the Senior Shift Operator and also cover the role of Operations and Maintenance Assistance when required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure that all activities are carried out in a safe manner and in line with company Health, Safety and Environmental policies.
- Undertake training and develop competence with regards to site rules
- Perform routine plant tests and inspections as required, collecting, recording, and collaborating data.
- Report all non-conformances and raise and resolve issues on site to ensure reliable operation of the plant.
- Maintain and support an effective safety and housekeeping programme, including timely communication of all initiatives.
- Be able to assist/implement emergency procedures and instructions calmly and effectively in dynamic situations.
- Operate the main boiler, turbine and FGT plant from a computer based central control room in accordance with design criteria, facility consents and responding to alarms, standing in for the Senior Shift Operator as and when necessary.
- Analyse process performance and collaborate data whilst logging all operational activity as required.
- Monitor stocks of consumables and residues, ensuring correct system operation and safeguarding operational continuity.
- Undertake continuing personal development to enhance knowledge & skills relevant to the role.
- Receive and respond to telephone calls in a courteous and concise manner.
- Carry out other reasonable tasks and duties as requested by management.
- Execute comprehensive shift handovers at the beginning and end of each shift.
- Ensure plant cleaning schedules are fulfilled to a satisfactory standard.
- Effectively react to planned and unplanned (i.e., emergency) repairs, blockages, and changes in the plant central systems.
- Carry out front line and planned maintenance.
- Complete routine plant checks as required.
Essential Characteristics:
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
- A strong ability to be adaptable and flexible.
- Ability to work shifts whilst remaining focused and attentive to operational needs.
- Highly motivated and driven.
- Ability to work well within a team.
- Self-discipline/ability to work independently.
- Computer literate
Experience for the role:
- Operational experience in the power generation sector. This can include Energy from Waste, CCGT, Oil, Coal or Biomass or time served maintenance discipline.
- Exposure to working in demanding and dynamic environments, with a proven ability to work logically and remain calm.
- Knowledge of all relevant facility consents, H&S legislation, safe working environments and safety rules.
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