Operations Technician

MC Technical Recruitment

  • Maidstone, Kent
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
  • Apply easily
Operations Technician – Energy from Waste
Competitive Salary + Bonus + Benefits
Kent
Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off (Days & Nights)MC Technical Recruitment is currently seeking an Operations Technician to join the process team of a well-established Energy from Waste facility in the Kent area. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a cutting-edge power generation environment, contributing to the safe, efficient operation of a modern EfW plant.As the Operations Technician, you will be responsible for:
  • Operating the plant via a Distributed Control System (DCS) to ensure optimal performance
  • Supporting safe daily operations and coordinating activities across maintenance and operational teams
  • Managing and ensuring compliance with site health, safety, and environmental policies
  • Administering safe systems of work and supporting permit-to-work processes
  • Monitoring plant conditions and responding to alarms and system changes
  • Conducting operational checks, site inspections, and contributing to continuous improvement activities
  • Assisting in plant start-ups, shutdowns, and emergency response
  • Acting as a Fire Marshal and First Aider where required
  • Supporting contractors and facilitating coordination with cleaning and I/O teams
  • Other duties as required
To be considered for this role, you should have:
  • Experience in a similar role within Power Generation, Energy from Waste, or heavy process industries (e.g. Refinery, Cement, Paper, etc.)
  • Familiarity with DCS operations and safe systems of work
  • Strong understanding of plant processes, health & safety regulations, and environmental compliance
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a high-pressure environment
  • Excellent communication and coordination skills
What’s on offer:
  • Competitive salary (depending on experience)
  • Holidays
  • Pension scheme & life insurance
  • Discretionary bonus scheme
  • Company benefits including cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts, and high street savings
  • Access to health and wellbeing support programmes
  • Ongoing training and career development
To Apply:If you’re ready to advance your career in a high-performing operational role, please apply via the link or contact Matt George at MC Technical Recruitment on 01489 533 030 / matt@mctechnical.co.uk.

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