Senior Operations Technician

Senior Operations Technician Location: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Salary: £45,000 – £50,000 + Benefits Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent | Shift-Based (24/7 Operation) Industry: Power Generation / Process About the Role We are recruiting for a Senior Operations Technician to join a Power Generation Facility. This is a senior hands-on role responsible for supporting the safe, efficient and compliant operation of the plant, ensuring high levels of availability, performance, and environmental compliance. You will play a key role in plant operations, fault finding and mentoring junior team members within a 24/7 process environment. Key Responsibilities * Support the safe and efficient operation of the Power Generation Facility. * Operate and monitor plant systems using DCS/SCADA * Ensure compliance with Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) standards and Environmental Permit * Respond to plant faults, alarms, and carry out first-line fault diagnosis * Assist with start-up, shutdown, and emergency operations * Monitor and adjust plant performance to optimise efficiency and output * Apply and support Safe Systems of Work (permits, RAMS, risk assessments) * Assist with plant isolation for maintenance activities * Contribute to incident reporting, investigations, and root cause analysis * Participate in daily planning and coordination of operations and maintenance * Provide guidance and support to junior operators/technicians * Maintain high standards of housekeeping and operational discipline * Contribute to continuous improvement and plant optimisation initiatives Skills & Experience * Recognised engineering qualification or apprenticeship * Experience in an EfW, Biomass, Power Generation, or heavy process environment * Working knowledge of DCS / SCADA systems * Understanding of boilers, steam systems, and combustion processes * Knowledge of Safe Systems of Work / permit systems * Basic understanding of electrical systems (LV/HV) (advantageous) * Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills * Good IT skills (Word, Excel) for reporting * Ability to work effectively within a shift team What’s in it for You? * Competitive salary + benefits package * 25 days holiday + bank holidays * Employee Benefits * Ongoing training and development opportunities * Opportunity to work in the growing EfW / renewable energy sector Additional Information * Shift-based role within a 24/7 operation (including weekends and public holidays) * Candidates must have the right to work in the UK