Overview
Shift Manager – Remote Operations Centre
Location: South Yorkshire
Shift Pattern: Rotating 6-week shift (days and nights) with 10 consecutive days off
Industry: Oil & Gas / Chemical Manufacturing
We are working with a leading global chemical manufacturing organisation to recruit an experienced Shift Manager for their state-of-the-art Remote Operations Centre.
This role is key to overseeing 24/7 operations for multiple high-hazard production sites across the UK, Ireland, and South Africa. Based in a high-tech control room environment, you’ll be responsible for safe plant operations, process stability, and business continuity across multiple international facilities — ensuring world-class safety and reliability standards are upheld.
Key Responsibilities
* Monitor and manage the safe, efficient operation of multiple chemical and oil & gas process plants remotely
* Respond decisively to alarms, plant upsets, and emergency events; implement robust recovery strategies
* Lead and support plant start-up/shutdowns in line with operational procedures and safety regulations
* Analyse process data, KPIs, and performance trends to identify risks and opportunities for improvement
* Make autonomous decisions under pressure where no standard operating procedure (SOP) exists
* Maintain compliance with COMAH, Seveso, and wider process safety regulations
* Collaborate across engineering, production, and HSE teams to ensure safe and reliable plant performance
What We’re Looking For
* Proven background in heavy industry, ideally oil & gas, petrochemical, or chemical manufacturing
* Previous experience in a control room, DCS, or SCADA-based environment
* HNC (or higher) in Process, Chemical, Electrical, or Instrumentation Engineering OR significant equivalent industry experience
* Strong technical aptitude with the ability to make critical operational decisions under pressure
* Knowledge of process safety, major hazard environments, and regulatory frameworks
* Ability to interpret P&IDs and process flow diagrams (PFDs)
* High attention to detail, proactive mindset, and excellent communication skills
* Comfortable working a 24/7 rotating shift pattern (including nights)
What’s on Offer
* Base salary of £50,000 + £12,000 shift allowance
* Structured 6-week rotating shift pattern with 10 consecutive days off at the end of each cycle
* Comprehensive training program to ensure you’re fully equipped for the role
* Career development opportunities within a global, safety-driven organisation
* Pension, life assurance, 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
* Additional well-being and recognition benefits
Next Steps
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-hazard, safety-critical industry in a role that directly impacts plant reliability and performance across multiple international sites.
If you have strong oil & gas or chemical process experience and thrive in a mission-critical control room environment, apply now for a confidential discussion. If you are interested please apply and Max Carr from DCS will be in touch.
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