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Shift Technician

Job Posted: 21 days ago

Salary: £ 30,000 - 35,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Worthing, West Sussex

Expire in: 7 days

Job Description

Shift Technician

(Entry Level – Full Training Provided / Power Plant / DCS / SCADA)

Location: Worthing, West Sussex
Salary: £28,000 – £35,000 + Shift Allowance + Benefits
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent | Shift-Based
Industry: Power Generation / Energy from Waste / Biomass / Process Engineering

The Role

We are offering an exciting opportunity for an Entry-Level Shift Technician / Trainee Plant Operator to join a modern power generation facility.

No prior power plant experience is required – full training will be provided. This role is ideal for candidates looking to build a long-term career in engineering, energy, or industrial operations.

Who Should Apply?

  * Entry-level candidates or those looking to change career

  * Engineering apprenticeships, college leavers, or ex-military

  * Backgrounds in manufacturing, production, warehouse, or hands-on roles

  * Anyone with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn

Key Responsibilities

  * Learn to operate and monitor plant systems using DCS/SCADA

  * Support safe and efficient plant operation in line with procedures

  * Carry out routine plant inspections, checks, and readings

  * Respond to alarms and assist with fault finding and troubleshooting

  * Assist with planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and basic repairs

  * Work closely with the Shift Team Leader and experienced technicians

  * Assist with stock control, consumables, and site deliveries

  * Participate in planned and unplanned outages

  * Operate site equipment (e.g. forklift – training provided if required)

  * Develop skills and knowledge to progress into a fully competent Technician

Skills & Attributes

  * Willingness to learn and develop technical skills

  * Interest in engineering, power generation, or industrial environments

  * Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability

  * Ability to follow procedures and work safely

  * Team player with a flexible approach to shift work

  * Basic mechanical or electrical understanding (desirable, not essential)

  * GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths & English preferred

What’s in it for You?

  * Full training provided – no prior experience required

  * Clear career progression into Technician and senior roles

  * Competitive salary with shift allowance and overtime

  * Opportunity to gain valuable, industry-recognised skills

  * Stable, long-term career in the growing energy sector

  * Supportive and safety-focused working environment

Additional Information

  * Shift-based role (days and nights)

  * Flexibility required for overtime and shift cover

  * Right to work in the UK required

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