CHP and Utilities Operator

West Lynn

2 weeks ago

Applications closed

Your new company
We have a new opportunity with a leading manufacturer leading the way in recycling and energy supply. This is a unique opportunity to join this business due to a site expansion plan which will create more job roles for experienced process engineers.
Your new role
You will be part of an experienced plant operations team, ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the Combined Heat and Power Plant (CHP) and Effluent Treatment plant (ETP) and associated water systems to ensure optimal performance that supports the manufacturing operations. You will operate and monitor and perform maintenance on the CHP and ETP systems to maximise energy efficiency and reduce energy costs.

What you'll need to succeed
You will be experienced in CHP plant operations, power generation/steam boiler operations, preferably within a manufacturing setting. You will have NVQ/HNC/C&G in mechanical, electrical or process engineering. BOAS/BOMSA certified, knowledge of control systems (DCS) and plant instrumentation. With a strong understanding of energy, energy consumption and costs, experience in data and process analysis, health & safety regulations, including PUWER, LOLER and COSHH. Crane and mobile plant licences are preferable.
What you'll get in return
A very attractive salary increasing with full site training. This is a shift-based role, working 8-hour shifts, 6-2/2-10/10-6 with 4 days off, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, private healthcare, life insurance, salary sacrifice pension scheme, free parking and full PPE provided.

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