Shift Team Leader - CCGT

Astute's Power team is partnering with a leading Energy company in the UK to recruit a Shift Team Leader to join its CCGT site in West Sussex. The Shift Team Leader role comes with a starting salary of up to £64,000 basic salary, £12,000 Shift Allowance and £2,100 SE allowance as well as benefits including bonus and medical insurance. If you are a HNC qualified DCS Operator or Team Leader, with experience operating within heavy process environments, please submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Shift Team Leader role:

• Lead and supervise shift operations to ensure the safe, reliable and efficient running of the plant.
• Act as the primary point of contact for out-of-hours site management and operational decision-making.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all health, safety and environmental procedures.
• Undertake Safety Coordinator duties in accordance with company safety rules and permit-to-work systems.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure operational obligations are achieved.
• Monitor plant performance and respond proactively to operational issues to maximise availability and efficiency.
• Coordinate and support maintenance activities to minimise downtime and maintain operational readiness.
• Lead, motivate and develop shift personnel through effective people management and coaching.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance plant performance, reliability and safety standards.
• Ensure operational activities are carried out in accordance with regulatory requirements, company policies and industry best practice.

Professional qualifications:

• HNC (or equivalent) qualification in an Engineering discipline.
• Proven operational and/or maintenance experience within power generation, oil & gas, refining, offshore, utilities or other heavy industrial environments.
• Previous experience leading or coordinating teams within a safety-critical environment.
• Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation, engineering standards and regulatory compliance requirements, with NEBOSH, IOSH or similar qualifications being advantageous.
• SAP authorisation is desirable, although candidates with Appointed Person status and hands-on experience managing safety isolations are encouraged to apply.
• Navy leavers with relevant watchkeeping experience on steam-raising plant are encouraged to apply.

Personal skills:

• Self-motivated and capable of working independently while taking ownership of operational performance and team objectives.
• A collaborative team player who builds strong relationships, supports colleagues and promotes a positive working culture.
• Adaptable and resilient, with a commitment to continuous improvement, learning and maintaining the highest safety standards.

Salary and benefits of the Shift Team Leader role:

• Starting salary of up to £64,000 + £12,400 shift allowance + £2,100 southeast allowance.
• Benefits package including up to 30% bonus and private medical insurance.
• Opportunity to work for a leading energy company with external training opportunities.