Plant Operator

Wheelabrator Technologies ,
Sittingbourne, Kent
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Wheelabrator Technologies is the second largest US waste-to-energy business, and is an industry leader in the conversion of everyday residential and business waste into clean energy. Wheelabrator is owned by Macquarie Infrastructure and Real Assets, a business within the Macquarie Asset Management division of Macquarie Group and a global alternative asset manager focused on real estate, infrastructure, agriculture and energy assets. For more on Wheelabrator, please visit www.wtienergy.co.uk Summary Working as part of the Operations team and reporting directly to the Shift Team Leader, the jobholder is responsible for maintaining a safe, environmentally compliant and efficient boiler operation including maintaining productive boiler combustion, steam flows, and optimise generation, burnout, in-plant power combustion, and flue gas emissions. This role is worked on a rotating shift pattern (including weekends and Bank Holidays) with a requirement to work overtime or emergency call-out in order to meet operational demands. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Below is a summary of the main tasks and responsibilities of the post. Further tasks and responsibilities may be required within the demands of the business. * Working from a modern control room and supported by the assistant plant operator you will utilise the DCS (distributed control systems) to operate plant to include: * Waste heat recovery boilers * Steam turbine generator * Motors, pumps, compressors, conveyors and other auxiliary equipment. * Emissions monitoring and reporting equipment * Detects and responds to changing conditions with regard to maximising plant safety, environmental compliance and efficiency. * Co-ordinates, directs and trains the Assistant Plant Operator and other plant personnel, as required. * Performs equipment inspections during outages. * Assist in first line fault identification, diagnostics and rectification in conjunction with Shift Team Leader, assistant operator and technical staff. * Assist in developing operational procedures and instructions and reviewing them as instructed. * Work within the company's Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental Management System and all relevant legislation. * Creates work requests and reports defects through the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS). * Undertake continuing personal development to enhance knowledge & skills relevant to the role. * Performs physical duties associated with maintaining boilers and various equipment within the plant. * Carry out other reasonable tasks and duties as requested by shift team leader and management team. Supervisory Responsibilities The jobholder may lead, guide and direct 2-5 employees to maintain safety and in operation of plant, as well as deputising for the Shift Team Leader as necessary. Qualifications & Experience The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job. * Experience of working within Energy from Waste or other similar environment is essential. * Working knowledge and understanding of the operation and control of a steam generating power plant is essential. * A practical approach to problem solving and demonstrable hands on ability in engineering operations. * The ability to undertake training that is relevant to the post. Competencies * Communicates clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing. * Ability to work independently and take initiative where required. * Able to cope with numerous issues simultaneously and capable of prioritising tasks accordingly. * Fosters an environment of teamwork and co-operation. * Contributes to a positive team spirit and enhances plant morale. * Trains and shares expertise with others. * Maintains a positive attitude. * IT literate. * Accepts both positive and negative constructive feedback from others and makes adjustments to performance based on such feedback. * Demonstrates respect and sensitivity for cultural/work style and learning style differences. * Treats people with respect. * Works ethically and with integrity at all times. Work Environment Based at the Wheelabrator Kemsley EFW facility in Kent. Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. * Will be required to work a rotating shift pattern that will include weekends and public holidays. * Will be required to provide shift rota cover as required to ensure continuous operation of the plant. * Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, handle tools, etc) most of the workday. * Required to exert physical effort in handling objects less than 20 kg. * Competently assess risks associated with industrial equipment and environments to avoid occupational and environmental risks. At Wheelabrator Technologies, each eligible employee receives a competi

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