Waste Plant Tecnhnician

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.