Shift Supervisor

Shift Supervisor

Location: Guildford

Contract Type: Permanent

Work Schedule: 12-hour shifts | 5 on / 5 off x 6 cycles, then a 15-day break | Days 06:00-18:00 | Nights 18:00-06:00

Key Responsibilities

Drive daily oil production and gas import/export targets through DCS/SCADA control systems
Optimise station performance and resolve abnormal conditions early
Coordinate operator activity across the station and wellsite
Liaise with oil export customers on expected rates and quality
Manage day-ahead communication with the power supply provider
Oversee Permit to Work in the Shift Superintendent's absence
Delegate and track first-line maintenance on gas and utility equipment
Act as deputy Incident Controller for abnormal or emergency situations
Deliver clear written and verbal shift handovers
Support daily, weekly, and monthly site reporting

Requirements

5-10 years' experience supervising, operating, or maintaining an oil and/or gas production facility
ONC or BTEC ordinary certificate in an engineering discipline, or equivalent
NVQ Level 3 in Process Operations
NEBOSH National Certificate in Oil and Gas Safety
Hands-on experience with distributed control, IT, and safety systems
Ability to translate PFDs, P&IDs, and schematics into operating procedure
Confident communicator at every level, from operators to emergency services
Full, valid UK driving licence