Plant Operator

Job Description

Ready to find the right role for you?

Salary: Competitive plus Veolia benefits

Hours: 40 hours per week

Location: South East London Combined Heat & Power, Landmann Way, London SE14 5RS

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources and help it become a better place for everyone. As a Plant Operator, you'll be pushing for innovative solutions to create a more sustainable future for all. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

What we can offer you:

1. 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
2. Access to our company pension scheme
3. Free physiotherapy service
4. Discounts on everything from groceries to well-known retailers
5. Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental, and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
6. Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What you'll be doing:

1. Coordinate and direct control room operations for consistent power production and steam turbine operation.
2. Monitor and control process parameters, including flow rates, pressures, and temperatures.
3. Assist Shift Team Leader with plant operation, monitoring, and first-line fault diagnosis.
4. Communicate with the operations team for parameter adjustments and report abnormalities.
5. Take immediate corrective action during emergencies to limit risks to people, equipment, and production.
6. Optimise usage of raw materials, chemicals, and plant utilities.
7. Monitor environmental emissions and maintain compliance through operational adjustments.
8. Prepare operational reports and work with maintenance technicians for troubleshooting.
9. Safely shut down and restart plant sections according to procedures and parameters.
10. Participate in start-up and commissioning of boiler, turbine generator, and plant auxiliaries following shutdowns.

What we're looking for:

1. Previous experience working in power plants, waste management facilities, marine or industrial settings.
2. Familiarity with SCADA/ DCS systems.
3. Understanding of occupational health and safety regulations (IOSH / NEBOSH).
4. Technical qualification - engineering or operational apprenticeship.
5. Willingness and ability to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends.

What's next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for years to come.

We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation to work for two years in a row!

This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.

We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process, please do not hesitate to let us know.

We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination.

We therefore welcome and encourage all candidates who meet the minimum requirements to apply.