Shift Operations Technician – Energy from Waste
Up to £47,000 + bonus + benefits
Lanarkshire, Scotland
MC Technical Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Shift Operator / Operations Technician / DCS Operator to join an energy from waste power station in the Lanarkshire area in Scotland. This plant uses unique gasification technology to produce 12MW for the grid.
The Shift Operations Technician will be responsible for starting, stopping and monitoring the plant via a DCS system to ensure the site meets its operational targets in a safe and efficient manner.
As a Shift Operations Technician you will be responsible for:
Starting, stopping and monitoring boilers, steam turbines, pumps, water treatment plant and heat exchangers via a DCS
Monitoring trends such as pressure, temperatures and flows around the facility and making adjustments accordingly
Performing basic first line maintenance tasks and reporting any defects to the Shift Team Leader
Assisting with shutdown activities within the plant ensuring downtime is kept to a minimum
Carrying out all activities with the highest regard for health and safety
To be considered for this role you should have:
Operations / maintenance experience gained in a heavy process environment that involves the generation of high-pressure steam e.g. power generation, chemical, refinery, CHP etc utilising a DCS / SCADA control system
Ideally a relevant engineering qualification such as ONC/BTEC/NVQ/apprenticeship etc
Basic first line maintenance experience would be desirable
A flexible approach to working routines and willingness to work on a shift pattern that involves 12-hour shifts
Salary & benefits:
This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading business within the energy from waste sector. The role comes with:
A salary up to £40,866
A shift allowance of £6,180
A performance related bonus
Private healthcare with dental cover
Life insurance
Overtime
Company pension
If you are interested in this role, please apply via the link below or contact Will at MC Technical Recruitment on (phone number removed) / (url removed) for a confidential chat