Plant Technician

LondonEnergy

  • London
  • £55,123 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 6 days ago
  • Apply easily
  • Job Title: Plant Technician
  • Type: Full time, Permanent
  • Salary: £55,123.18 + 30% shift allowance
  • Location: LondonEnergy EcoPark, Edmonton
LondonEnergy operates the second largest waste contract in the UK, handling and processing nearly 750,000 tonnes of London’s waste every year. We have a dedicated team of people working across our various North London sites, making a positive difference to the environment and the local community.By processing household waste at our facility, we produce enough waste from energy to power 80,000 homes every year and recycle 70% of items through our Reuse and Recycling Centres.About the roleAs a Plant Technician at LondonEnergy, you will play a critical role in ensuring the efficient and safe operation of our energy-from-waste facility. Your responsibilities will include monitoring and maintaining plant equipment, responding to operational needs, and adhering to safety and environmental standards. We are looking for someone with a keen eye for detail, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team.Key responsibilities:
  • Directly conduct or direct personnel, operations and maintenance for the safe and efficient operation of the EfW process
  • Role will involve carrying out duties from CCR, boiler/turbine operation and auxiliary plant. Act under instruction from Shift Manager (or designate) on removing plant from service and reinstatement
  • Maintain an accurate log of all events and appropriate actions pertaining to the EfW plant and keep routine records
  • Carry out all operations to ensure maximum throughput of waste and production of electricity
  • Monitoring emissions and control combustion and FGT plant to ensure compliance within limits set in Environmental Permit
  • Act upon alarms. Take appropriate action in relation to emergency work
  • Supervise off-loading of chemicals, APC Residue removal and assist in cleaning up of any blockages and spills
  • Routine recording and logging of plant parameters (ensuring relevant check sheets are completed as required)
  • Act as part of the emergency response team
RequirementsThe ideal candidate will possess the following skills:
  • Minimum: C&G Boiler Operation, Turbine Operation or equivalent experience
  • Preferably Ordinary National Certificate level in mechanical or electrical or plant engineering
  • Experience in SCADA/DCS operation
  • Must have experience in the operation of Boilers, Turbines and auxiliary plant, or suitable alternative experience augmented by further training
  • Understanding the use of Health and Safety in the workplace
  • An ability to work at height during shifts
  • Health and Safety Report Writing
  • Excellent communication skills
  • The ability to work independently and as part of the team
  • Be able to work shifts. Typical shifts are between 05:30 – 17:30 normally consisting of 2 days followed by 2 nights and then 6 days off, you will also be required to work weekends
Benefits
  • Private Medical & Life Insurance
  • Company Pension Scheme
  • Annual Leave Package
  • Employee Recognition Scheme
  • Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
  • + Many more benefits

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