About The Role
What you will be doing? Please see below a brief overview of the role and the responsibilities.
* Manages all operational aspects of the plant including recruitment, induction, appraisal and training of operational staff in accordance with Company procedures.
* Meet agreed organisational performance plans within agreed budgets and timescales.
* Monitor and, where possible, improve plant, processes and labour productivity.
* Propose technically competent and commercially feasible plant and process developments.
* Responsible for developing, maintaining and implementing operating and emergency procedures.
* Available to be called in during emergency situations and manage plant breakdowns when necessary.
* Manage and control departmental expenditure within agreed budgets through regular accounts reviews and forecasts.
* Analyse and implement cost reductions and develop plans to improve financial performance.
* Assist the General/Plant Manager in developing operational and maintenance budgets and strategies.
* Ensure all activities in the plant are carried out with the highest regard for the health, safety & environmental consideration and well-being of all employees and customers on site.
* Ensure compliance with the site Environmental Permit and other Environmental Legislation.
* As a Senior Authorised Person, be responsible for the Safety Rules and their implementation.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This role has supervisory responsibilities for Operations Staff (Shift and Day Ops).
Desirable Qualifications & Competencies
* Degree or Higher National Diploma / Certificate or equivalent in a relevant Engineering discipline (mechanical or electrical)
* Extensive experience of managing a sizeable multi-disciplined process operation with a good technical understanding of combustion, steam and water systems and the effective and safe operation of a power plant.
* A proven hands‑on leader capable of motivating and inspiring a team to work enthusiastically, with good communication and organisational skills, able to manage, coach and motivate the operations team.
* Self‑driven with strong interpersonal skills.
* Experience of managing budgets and in training and development of staff.
* Knowledge of Health, Safety and Environmental legislation, regulations, guidance and systems relating to the applications and technology being managed.
* Ability to work independently, be self‑motivated and take the initiative where required.
Employee Benefits
* Vitality Private Medical Care
* Private Dental Care
* Life Assurance
* Company pension with a 6% company contribution
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Electric Vehicle Scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Uniform provided
* Continuous learning and development through our e‑learning portal and access to role‑based qualifications
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