Shift Team Leader

Astute People’s Power Team are exclusively working with the South Clyde Energy Centre to recruit a full complement of Operations & Maintenance staff.

The plant, currently under construction, is capable of processing up to 350,000 tonnes of waste per year, producing power for up to 70,000 homes.

This new build Power Station is due to enter commercial operation by the end of 2026.

Now is an ideal time to join the power station as you’ll be involved in full plant commissioning, training & mobilisation.

We are looking for a Shift Team Leader to join the Operations Team on this brand new facility.

As the Shift Team Leader you’ll be involved in the supervision of the Operations Team including Shift Operators and Fuel Operators ensuring safe & efficient operation of the plant. There will be a focus on improving efficiency & plant performance to meet contractual obligations in terms of availability & power production.

If you have the relevant experience (please see below) and are looking for a rewarding role in the Power sector, then please apply.

Responsibilities and duties:

As the Shift Team leader you will be responsible for:

• Responsible for supervising shift teams to ensure the safe & efficient operation of the plant, organising shift cover when needed.
• Directing duties from the control room, overseeing plant inspections, adjustments, environmental compliance and overall site Health & Safety.
• Managing the sites safety systems including the permit to work system and acting as a Senior Authorised Person for the purpose of applying the safe system of work including carrying out isolations, issuing permits, switching and earthing.
• Carrying out (and develop) risk assessments and will be working closely with the management team to improve and minimise the impacts at the Energy from Waste Plant.
• Routine testing to ensure emergency safety and environmental procedures and recording information as required.
• Provide training & mentoring to facility staff and take an active part in their personal development plans.

Professional qualifications:

We are looking for someone with the following:

• A recognised qualification in an engineering field at HNC level or higher; other qualifications below this will be considered with extensive experience
• Ideally qualified with an IOSH / NEBOSH or equivalent with an appreciation of workplace Health & Safety including knowledge of Safe Systems of Work, LOTO, Isolations, SOP’s, RAMS would also be considered.
• Ideally a recognised Engineering Apprenticeship.

Personal skills

The Shift Team Leader would suit someone with:

• At least five years supervisory or leadership experience or able to demonstrate extensive leadership qualities.
• Qualified to act as a Senior Authorised Person / SAP for all HV Switching activities.
• Practical knowledge of process plant and equipment gained in an industry such as Energy from Waste, Biomass, Coal, CCGT, Nuclear / Power Generation, Petrochemical or Oil & Gas etc ideally with Steam Raising plant.
• Marine Engineers from Merchant Fleet or Royal Navy will be considered.
• Experience in leading a team of Process Operators / Technicians.
• Involvement in plant mobilisation and commissioning is desirable but not essential.

Salary and benefits of the Shift Team Leader role:

• Competitive salary
• Bonus Opportunity
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Training & professional development
• Opportunity to join a new build Energy from Waste plant