Shift Team Leader

Astute's Power team is partnering with a well-established renewable energy operator to recruit a Shift Team Leader for a biomass plant just outside Nottingham.

The Shift Team Leader role comes with a competitive salary, enhanced pension and the opportunity to work on a modern renewable energy facility operating on a shift-based pattern.

If you're a Operations Technician or Assistant Shift Team Leader then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Shift Team Leader role

Reporting to the Operations Manager you will:

• Take full operational responsibility for the safe and efficient running of the biomass power plant during your shift
• Operate and monitor plant systems including fuel handling, boiler, turbine, emissions control and balance of plant
• Act as a Senior Authorised Person in line with site safety rules, ensuring plant isolation and permits are managed correctly
• Ensure all activities comply with health, safety and environmental requirements at all times
• Lead emergency response activities and ensure incidents are reported accurately and promptly
• Carry out first-line fault finding and support routine and breakdown maintenance activities
• Monitor plant performance to maximise availability, efficiency and power output
• Maintain accurate operational logs, reports and compliance records
• Support work planning through participation in daily coordination meetings
• Provide technical guidance and on-shift supervision to colleagues and contractors
• Ensure housekeeping standards are consistently maintained across the site

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• NVQ Level 3, completed apprenticeship or equivalent qualification in a relevant engineering discipline
• Operational or maintenance experience within 24/7 heavy processing industry such as power generation, chemical, manufacturing, etc.
• Experience operating plant via DCS or SCADA control systems
• Working knowledge of pressure systems and electrical systems
• Strong IT skills for reporting and data recording
• A clear understanding of safe systems of work and permit procedures

Personal skills

The Shift Team Leader role would suit someone who is:

• Safety-focused with a disciplined and methodical approach
• Calm and effective when responding to plant or operational issues
• Confident working independently and making sound operational decisions
• Organised with strong communication and reporting skills
• Committed to high operational standards and continuous improvement
• Professional and collaborative when working with internal teams and contractors

Salary and benefits of the Shift Team Leader role

• Competitive salary
• Shift-based working pattern
• Pension scheme
• Opportunity to work within the renewable energy sector
• Ongoing training and professional development

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative.

We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.