Operations Technician CCGT in Kent, Rochester

Astute's Power team is partnering with a leading Energy company in the UK to recruit an Operations Technician to join its CCGT site in Rochester, Kent. The Operations Technician role comes with a starting salary of up to £49,000 basic salary, £12,000 Shift Allowance and £2,100 SE allowance and a very competitive benefit package including 20% bonus, medical insurance and 10% pension contributions.

If you are an experienced DCS Operator on process plant who holds a HNC, or would be willing to work towards one, please submit your CV to apply today.

Reporting to the Production Team Leader you will:

• Operate and monitor the CCGT plant to ensure safe, efficient and reliable generation performance.
• Support the Production Team Leader with all production and operational activities across the site.
• Analyse plant performance data and diagnose operational issues to maximise plant availability.
• Start, stop and operate plant systems using both control room and field-based equipment.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, environmental and operational procedures.
• Apply and develop competency under the site's safety rules, progressing towards Senior Authorised Person and Safety Coordinator responsibilities.
• Carry out routine plant inspections, testing activities and operational checks.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders to support operational requirements and grid obligations.
• Supervise contractors and support maintenance activities within areas of competence.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, operational projects and plant performance optimisation.

We are looking for someone with the following:

• HNC (or equivalent) in an Engineering discipline, or commitment to completing the qualification as part of ongoing development.
• A minimum of two years' experience operating and/or maintaining a CCGT plant or similar heavy process environment.
• Strong understanding of health, safety and environmental legislation, with experience working within permit-to-work and safety rule systems.
• Ability to analyse plant performance, diagnose technical issues and support maintenance planning activities across multiple engineering disciplines.
• Navy leavers with relevant watchkeeping experience on steam-raising plant are encouraged to apply.

The Operations Technician role would suit someone who is:

• Self-motivated and proactive, with a flexible approach to work and a willingness to learn and develop.
• A strong team player who collaborates effectively with colleagues, contractors and stakeholders at all levels.
• Calm and analytical under pressure, with the ability to prioritise workload and make informed operational decisions.

Starting salary of up to £49,000 + £12,400 shift allowance + £2,100 southeast allowance. Bonus of up to 20% + private medical insurance. EV salary sacrifice scheme, 10% pension employer contributions + LTIP entitlement.

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.