Boiler Operator

Job Description / Accountabilities

The jobholder is responsible for ensuring that safety, environmental and quality standards meet company and regulatory standards. Driving safety improvements through regular audits/reporting of plant equipment, procedures and activities. Operate steam generating and associated equipment/services to ensure that defined targets are consistently achieved. Analysis of feed water and other key boiler parameters through a variety of techniques and procedures. Work within a manufacturing team and play a support role in Caprolactone operations and site utility services.

Ensure all SIF/DCS equipment is both operational and any defects are reported for maintenance. The jobholder must be self‑motivated and use interpersonal skills to communicate constructively and clearly to team members, manufacturing, technical and other support functions. Adopts a flexible approach, adapting to changing site production plans as required. Collaborate with other departments and assist with the continuous improvement of plant processes.

Proof‑testing of safety equipment and reporting of any failures. Develop/improve manufacturing tasks and draft/review appropriate procedures to the required standards.

• NVQ Level 3 or City and Guilds in Process Operations
• Appropriate literacy, numerical reasoning and accuracy skills
• Basic computer skills & DCS familiarity
• Safety training (IOSH, NEBOSH) – desirable
• Forklift truck licence – desirable
• Permit to work/LOTOTO training – desirable

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