Plant Operator - Energy from Waste

Location: Waresley

Astute's Power Team is partnering with a leading energy provider to recruit a Plant Operator to work at an Energy from Waste plant in Worcestershire.

The Plant Operator role comes with a competitive salary and benefits package.

If you're an experienced operator within a heavy industrial setting, preferably with steam raising plant, or a Navy leaver looking to build on their watchkeeping experience, please submit your CV today to apply.

Responsibilities and duties of the Plant Operator role

Reporting to the Shift Team Leader you will:

Safely and efficiently operate the Energy from Waste facility in line with operational procedures
Monitor and control plant operations from the central control room using computer-based control systems
Carry out routine plant inspections, operational checks and testing to ensure equipment is operating correctly
Monitor plant performance and identify any issues or abnormalities, escalating where required
Monitor CCTV and site security systems as part of the safe and secure operation of the facility
Record, analyse and report operational data accurately throughout the shift
Raise work requests and report plant defects or maintenance requirements when identified
Support emergency response procedures and follow operational instructions during incidents
Monitor consumables and residue levels to help maintain continuous plant operation
Complete accurate shift logs and detailed handovers to ensure effective communication between shifts

Professional qualifications

Experience working shifts within a continuous process or industrial environment

Experience with in power generation, Energy from Waste, defence or a similar operational environment would be advantageous
Understanding of industrial plant operations, safe working practices and Health, Safety and Environmental requirements
Good computer literacy with the ability to operate computer-based control and monitoring systems
Happy to work a rotating shift pattern including days, nights, weekends and bank holidays

Personal Skills

The Plant Operator role would suit someone who is:

Calm and logical, with the ability to identify issues and make appropriate decisions
Reliable and adaptable, with a flexible approach to working within a rotating shift team
A strong communicator who can work effectively both independently and as part of a wider operational team

Salary and benefits of the Plant Operator role

Competitive salary and benefits package
Long term progression opportunities
Opportunity to join a leading Energy from Waste company

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Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative.

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