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Plant Operator / Process Operator

Leeds, West Yorkshire

Full-time | Permanent | Shift Based

Join us in Resource Recovery and Renewable Energy

We are a well-established waste management company with over 40 years’ experience in the recycling and resource recovery sector.

As part of our continued growth, we are operating a state-of-the-art, small-scale Energy from Waste (EfW) facility in Leeds that converts Solid Recovered Fuel (SRF) into renewable heat and electricity.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Plant Operator to join our operations team. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a modern, highly automated industrial facility where safety, reliability and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do.

The Role

Working alongside our experienced operations and maintenance teams, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the plant, helping to maximise performance, reliability and environmental compliance.

Your responsibilities will include:

Operating and monitoring the Energy from Waste plant and associated drying equipment.

Using the SCADA control system to monitor plant performance, respond to alarms and optimise operations.

Starting up, shutting down and controlling plant equipment safely and efficiently.

Monitoring process parameters including temperatures, pressures, flow rates and emissions.

Recording operational data and completing shift reports.

Carrying out routine inspections of mechanical and process equipment.

Identifying faults and working closely with maintenance engineers to minimise downtime.

Supporting process optimisation and continuous improvement initiatives.

Maintaining excellent housekeeping standards throughout the facility.

Ensuring full compliance with Environmental Permit conditions, Health & Safety legislation and company procedures.

About You

We are looking for someone who is proactive, reliable and enjoys working as part of a team in a fast-paced industrial environment. You should be committed to maintaining high standards of safety, environmental compliance and operational performance.

Essential Skills

Previous experience operating industrial process plant.

Experience using SCADA, DCS or other computerised process control systems.

Good understanding of industrial process control and automated plant operation.

Mechanical aptitude with basic fault-finding skills.

Knowledge of pumps, motors, conveyors, valves and rotating equipment.

Ability to interpret process data and respond appropriately to changing plant conditions.

Strong commitment to health, safety and environmental compliance.

Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Good IT skills with the ability to maintain accurate operational records.

Willingness to work a rotating shift pattern, including nights and weekends where required.

Desirable Skills

Experience within an Energy from Waste, power generation or industrial processing

Electrical, mechanical or process engineering qualifications.

First Aid, Confined Space or Working at Height certification.

What We Offer

Competitive salary based on experience.

Ongoing training and professional development.

Long-term career opportunities within a growing and innovative company.

The opportunity to work with modern process technology in an industry that supports the UK’s transition to more sustainable energy and resource recovery.

If you are looking for a rewarding career with a forward-thinking company and have the skills and enthusiasm to contribute to our success, we’d love to hear from you.

Join us and be part of the future of sustainable resource recovery and energy generation.

CV to: admin@skeltonltd.co.uk

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Experience:

• Renewable energy: 1 year (preferred)
• Scada Control System: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person