Shift Technician
Job in
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG1, England, UK
Listed on 2026-05-30
Listing for:
Unify
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-05-30
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Production, Operations Engineer, Electrical Engineering -
Engineering
Manufacturing Production, Operations Engineer, Electrical Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Shift Technician (Entry Level Full Training Provided / Power Plant / DCS / SCADA)
Location: Bedford, Bedfordshire
Salary: £28,000 £ 32,000 + Shift Allowance + Benefits
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent Shift-Based
Industry: Power Generation / Energy from Waste / Biomass / Process Engineering
We are offering an exciting opportunity for an Entry-Level Shift Technician / Trainee Plant Operator to join a modern power generation facility.
No prior power plant experience is required full training will be provided. This role is ideal for candidates looking to build a long-term career in engineering, energy, or industrial operations.
Who Should Apply?- Entry-level candidates or those looking to change career
- Engineering apprenticeships, college leavers, or ex-military
- Backgrounds in manufacturing, production, warehouse, or hands-on roles
- Anyone with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn
- Learn to operate and monitor plant systems using DCS/SCADA
- Support safe and efficient plant operation in line with procedures
- Carry out routine plant inspections, checks, and readings
- Respond to alarms and assist with fault finding and troubleshooting
- Assist with planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and basic repairs
- Work closely with the Shift Team Leader and experienced technicians
- Assist with stock control, consumables, and site deliveries
- Participate in planned and unplanned outages
- Operate site equipment (e.g. forklift training provided if required)
- Develop skills and knowledge to progress into a fully competent Technician
- Willingness to learn and develop technical skills
- Interest in engineering, power generation, or industrial environments
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability
- Ability to follow procedures and work safely
- Team player with a flexible approach to shift work
- Basic mechanical or electrical understanding (desirable, not essential)
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths & English preferred
- Full training provided no prior experience required
- Clear career progression into Technician and senior roles
- Competitive salary with shift allowance and overtime
- Opportunity to gain valuable, industry-recognised skills
- Stable, long-term career in the growing energy sector
- Supportive and safety-focused working environment
- Shift-based role (days and nights)
- Flexibility required for overtime and shift cover
- Right to work in the UK required
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