Operations Technician – Critical Infrastructure
Location: Beckton, UK
Industry: Chemical / Power / Bio / Waste to Energy / Refinery / COMAH
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled Operations Technician to join a leading infrastructure business operating key energy sites across the UK. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic, high-performing environment where safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement are at the heart of operations.
Shift Pattern:
Rotating shift pattern: (2 days, 3 nights, 4 off, 3 days, 2 nights, 5 off, 2 days, 2 nights, 12 off)
Shift timings: 06:00 – 18:00 / 18:00 – 06:00
Key Responsibilities
Work as part of a shift team to ensure safe and efficient operations, maintenance, and process improvements.
Monitor, inspect, and control plant parameters, responding to operational requirements.
Conduct first-line fault diagnosis and repairs to maintain smooth plant performance.
Operate and interpret data from the Distributed Control System (DCS).
Support plant start-up and shutdown processes, including emergency shutdown procedures.
Ensure compliance with SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality) standards.
Contribute to safe systems of work, permit-to-work processes, and risk assessments.
What We’re Looking For
A time-served apprenticeship, NVQ, or equivalent qualification in an engineering or process discipline.
Experience in fault-finding, root cause analysis, and pr...