Plant Operator

Salary: £29,500 to £31,500 per annum plus shift allowance and Veolia benefits

Hours: 12 hour shift 2 days, 2 nights, 4 off (18 days off every 7 weeks)

Location: Grangemouth

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources and help it become a better place for everyone.

As a Plant Operator (Industrial Steam Boilers) you’ll be pushing for innovative solutions to create a more sustainable future for all. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

What we can offer you;

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Refer an Engineer to us once you’ve joined and earn £1000
• Access to our company pension scheme
• Free physiotherapy service
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What you'll be doing;

• Working as part of the team providing 24/7 operations, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the boiler facility.
• Operate the steam generating plant, compressor plant, water demineralisation plant, cooling towers, steam distribution and pressure control systems, fuel supply systems, hard, soft and treated water distribution systems.
• Assist in the operational control of the plant, correct and report any abnormalities or faults, record plant performance and carry out routine operational duties to maintain the plant in serviceable order at all times (24/7).
• Complete reports, logs, data collection and handovers accurately and to the required schedule.
• Carry out unsupervised routine maintenance, remedial work and maintenance of an immediate nature
• Carry out analysis each shift of boiler feed water, treated water and boiler blow down to maintain water quality.
• Partake in annual shutdown activities, assisting with the stripping and rebuilding of boiler components.
• Monitor and control safe working (including PTW) within the designated area.
• Compliance with Company’s Health and Safety, quality and environmental policies.
• Ensure day to day compliance with all aspects of the Environmental Permit.

What we're looking for;

Ideally, we are looking for someone with industrial boiler experience, however, if you have appropriate experience in a similar field we would be keen to hear from you.

Essential:

• IT literate demonstrating good numeracy and literacy skills.
• Strong organisational skills with an ability to balance a varied workload and re-prioritise in response to changing business needs and unexpected problems.
• An in depth knowledge of Health & Safety practices
• Excellent communication skills and team mentality
• The willingness to undertake training to better understand the plant, processes and procedures involved in operating a power station

Desirable:

• A technical background from working in a similar environment.
• Boiler Operations Accreditation Scheme (BOAS) Qualification
• Extensive experience of working with industrial steam boilers
• Medium Risk Confined Space
• Health and Safety qualifications, risk assessment, method statement training,
• Competence in issuing and use of Permit to Work systems would be preferential, however, training will be provided

What's next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.

Here at Veolia, we’re proud to be known as an equal opportunities employer. We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. So no matter their age, gender, gender expression, disability, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexuality or veteran status, every applicant who meets the minimum requirements will be considered fully.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £29,500.00-£31,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Referral programme
• Wellness programme

Application question(s):

• Do you have Industrial Steam Boiler experience?

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: JR9383