Plant Operator

We are looking for a Plant Operator to join our team at Blackburn Meadows Biomass Plant in Sheffield. Location: Blackburn Meadows, Sheffield. Salary: £57,431 to 63,811 (inclusive of allowances)

Here's what you'll be doing

We’re currently looking for an experienced Plant Operator to join our team at Blackburn Meadows Biomass Power Station in Sheffield. Here you’ll ensure the plant is operated safely and efficiently. Working a shift pattern in a small team you will support the Shift Team Leader in identifying and rectifying operational problems. Health & Safety is of paramount importance in this role, and you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the plant. Whilst industry experience is not essential, plant experience is a must, so that you’re capable of delivering to operational and commercial targets from the outset.

Responsibilities include

• Ensure that the plant is operated safely, professionally and effectively to ensure optimal plant performance.

• Support the Shift Team Leader.

• Develop a full understanding of the operational characteristics of the installed plant.

• Utilise skills and experience to minimise the effects of operational difficulties.

• Promote trust and good working relationships within the immediate team, with other shift teams, site maintenance teams, off-site staff and the site customers.

• Develop operational and task area procedures.

• Understand the commercial aspects of plant operation and ensure that all Supply Contract conditions are met.

• Identify techniques and operational aspects to promote plant optimisation.

• Ensure that communication to third party suppliers is effective.

What we need from you

• Substantial relevant experience gained within a similar role and industry.

• Competency to undertake control room and outside operator roles.

• Experience of operating within safety, environmental and operational policies, frameworks and statutory legislation.

• The ability to perform key safety roles for the site including Nominated Supervisor and Competent Person.

• Broad maintenance experience gained from a relevant discipline area (electrical, mechanical or C&I).

• Good understanding and awareness of environmental, commercial and legal issues and their impact on plant operating conditions.

• Competency in hazard identification and risk assessment and management of risks.

• Competency to enact the role of emergency and incident controller.

• IT literacy skills.

It would be great if you had

• ONC/NVQ Level 3, or equivalent qualification, in a related engineering discipline (electrical, mechanical or C&I).

• Relevant safety qualification - IOSH.

• An understanding of the plant’s processes and systems.

Here’s what you need to know

• The salary range for this role is £50,519 - £56,131. This is inclusive of shift allowance and contract hours allowance.

• This role will involve working 12-hour shifts; 2 days, 2 nights, 6 off.

• We have a market leading benefits package - it includes 28 days holiday (increasing to 33 days with length of service) plus 8 bank holidays, a generous pension scheme, bonus and the chance to choose from 20 flexible benefits.

• This role is located at Blackburn Meadows Biomass Plant, Alsing Road, Sheffield, S9 1HF.

• This is a permanent role.

• Due to the nature of this role a Criminal Record Check will be required.

We’re committed to equal opportunities and actively promote a diverse and inclusive working environment, and fairness for everyone.

We realise the best people bring their energy at different times, so we’re happy to talk flexible working. We offer a range of flexible working options, including full time, part time, job share and variable start and finishing times

This is a great opportunity to play a lead role in supporting our expanding business and helping to shape the future of energy.
We have a market leading benefits package - it includes a, 26 days’ holiday plus 8 bank holidays, a generous pension scheme and the chance to choose from 20 flexible benefits

E.ON is committed to being an inclusive employer. We recognise that everyone is different and we aim to provide a working environment where each person feels respected, valued and able to achieve their full potential. We are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please just let us know.