Full job description
Control Room Operator
Location: Manvers
Pay Rate: £15.16 per hour
Hours: 07:00–17:00, Monday to Friday
Job Type: Full-time
Start Date: ASAP
About the Role
We are currently recruiting for a Control Room Operator to join a busy Waste Treatment & Renewable Energy Facility based in Manvers.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing operation where you will play a key role in the safe, efficient and continuous operation of the facility.
As a Control Room Operator, you will be responsible for monitoring plant and equipment from the control room, responding to operational issues and ensuring the facility operates in line with all health & safety, environmental and operational standards.
This role would suit someone with experience in waste management, recycling, manufacturing, process operations or a similar industrial environment who is looking to develop their career within the waste and renewable energy sector.
Key Responsibilities
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Operate and monitor MBT SCADA/control systems, optimising crane movements, waste placement and Refinement throughput.
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Diagnose operational issues and take appropriate corrective action, liaising with Engineering to prioritise critical breakdowns.
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Monitor crane performance, downtime and operating data, maintaining accurate records and producing weekly Pareto reports.
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Carry out site fly treatments and review monitoring data in accordance with the site Fly Management Plan.
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Maintain accurate stock control and records of contract and non-contract waste.
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Monitor and respond appropriately to fires, alarms and fire-system faults.
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Maintain safe, efficient and compliant site operations, working towards daily, weekly and monthly KPIs.
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Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental legislation, Company policies, the site Environmental Permit and PFI contract requirements.
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Support continuous improvement and the implementation of new processes, standards and procedures.
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Carry out light equipment maintenance, housekeeping and cleaning duties.
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Deputise for the MBT Supervisor when required.
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Work towards becoming a Site Senior Approved Person (SAP), responsible for site isolations, permits and contractor control.
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Undertake any other reasonable duties required by the Company.
About You
Essential Requirements:
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Experience using SCADA systems, ideally within a process plant or similar operational environment.
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Experience working to defined KPIs and delivering continuous improvement.
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Experience implementing new processes and data capture/reporting systems.
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Good understanding of health, safety and environmental compliance.
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Knowledge of MRF/waste operations.
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Strong communication and people skills, with the ability to work effectively at all levels.
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Good customer service and organisational skills.
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Computer literate.
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Willingness to undertake relevant internal and external training.
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Live within 20 miles of the plant.
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Full UK driving licence.
Preferred:
Mobile plant operating experience.
Experience working shifts.
Knowledge of waste-processing operations and the principles of valves, pumps, motors and associated instrumentation.
Basic mechanical and plant maintenance skills.
Logistics operations experience.
Fire Marshal training.
First Aid qualification.
What We Offer
£15.16 per hour
07:00–17:00 day shift
Monday to Friday working pattern
Full-time permanent opportunity
Opportunity to work within the growing waste management and renewable energy sector
Training and development opportunities
Opportunity to develop specialist plant and control room experience
A role with genuine responsibility for the safe and efficient operation of the facility
- Weekend flexibility may occasionally be required
Apply Now
If you have experience in an industrial, process, waste or manufacturing environment and are looking for your next opportunity as a Control Room Operator, we would be keen to hear from you.
Start Date: ASAP
