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Operations Technician

Job Posted: 15 days ago

Salary: £ 52,000 - 52,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire

Expire in: 13 days

Job Description

Astute's Power team is partnering with leading with a Power Generation company to recruit an Operations Technician for its Energy from Waste site in Milton Keynes.

The Operations Technician role comes with a starting salary of up to £52,000 + benefits package.

If you're a Level 3 qualified operator, with experience on a power station, operating the DCS then upload your CV to apply today

Responsibilities and duties of the Operations Technician role

Reporting to the Shift Team Leader you will:

Ensure compliance with Environmental Permit requirements and report any incidents or breaches.
Operate the plant safely and efficiently during normal operations, start-up, shutdown, and emergencies.
Follow all Health & Safety, Quality, and Environmental systems and relevant legislation.
Participate in site HSE initiatives and contribute to safety forums.
Collaborate with the Maintenance Team to maintain optimal plant performance.
Mentor and train new personnel on plant operations and compliance standards.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including shift handovers and maintenance records.
Support continuous safe and efficient plant operation through proactive monitoring and communication.

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

· NVQ Level 3 or National Diploma in a relevant discipline (essential).

· WAMITAB Level 4 in Managing Thermal Treatment Facilities (desirable).

· Strong technical knowledge of combustion and boiler processes.

· Proven experience operating a heavy industrial plant, ideally a power station

· Ability to meet KPI targets and demonstrate relevant technical competency.

Personal Skills

The Operations Technician role would suit someone who is:

· Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills.

· Proactive mindset focused on continuous improvement.

· Effective communicator with the ability to coach and share knowledge.

Salary and benefits of the Operations Technician role

Competitive starting salary of up to £52,000
Benefits Package incl. bonus
Training opportunities both internally and externally 

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INDPOW

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful

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