At a Glance
- Tasks: Support safe and efficient operation of our Energy from Waste facility in Slough.
- Company: Join Kanadevia Inova, a leader in sustainable waste-to-value technology.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, annual bonus, pension scheme, and private healthcare.
- Other info: Ongoing training and career progression opportunities await you!
- Why this job: Make a real impact by transforming waste into valuable energy and resources.
- Qualifications: Engineering qualification or equivalent experience; 5 years in EfW or similar environment.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Company Description
Welcome to Kanadevia Inova, a global innovation leader in the waste infrastructure space, where we believe in creating a sustainable future through technology and innovation.
Transforming Waste into Value
At Kanadevia Inova, we pride ourselves on being at the forefront of waste-to-X technology.
We are not just waste managers; we are creators of value from what communities discard.
Your role at Kanadevia Inova directly contributes to turning something once considered useless - waste - into something invaluable: energy, heat, hydrogen, fertilizer, and beyond..
Find out more about Kanadevia Inova at www. kanadevia-inova. com.
Job Description
Based at our Energy from Waste facility in Slough, the Plant Attendant is responsible for supporting the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of the plant.
The role ensures continuous waste processing and energy generation in line with environmental permit conditions, HSE standards, and business requirements.
The position also supports first-line maintenance and contributes to maintaining high levels of plant performance, availability, and reliability.
This position is offered on a 12 month fixed term staff contract.
Key Responsibilities
- The job duties listed are indicative and may vary based on business needs:
- Operate Ef W plant systems (including combustion, boiler, and flue gas treatment processes) in line with HSE standards and Environmental Permit conditions.
- Monitor plant performance (e. g. temperatures, pressures, emissions) and respond to deviations to ensure safe and compliant operation.
- Carry out routine inspections, logging, and first-line maintenance to support plant reliability and efficiency.
- Identify and report defects, anomalies, and non-compliances, ensuring timely escalation and accurate documentation.
- Support outages, maintenance activities, and environmental or safety investigations as required.
Qualifications
Qualifications & Training
- Recognised qualification in an engineering or process-related discipline (or equivalent experience).
- Technical qualifications such as NVQ, City & Guilds, or similar are desirable.
- Awareness of Environmental Permit requirements and emissions compliance is advantageous.
- HSE-related training (e. g. IOSH, safety systems training) is beneficial.
- Willingness to undertake further Ef W-specific training and certifications.
Experience
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Ef W, power generation, or a similar heavy industrial/process environment.
- Experience in a shift-based operations role within a continuous process plant.
- Practical knowledge of combustion processes, steam systems, or flue gas treatment is desirable.
- Experience working to strict environmental and HSE regulations.
- Familiarity with DCS/control systems, fault finding, and plant reporting systems.
- Additional Information
- Competitive salary and annual bonus opportunity.
- Company pension scheme with employer contributions.
- Private healthcare and life assurance.
- Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities within Kanadevia Inova.
For HR agencies: Please note that we do not accept applications coming from agencies. Thank you.
Plant Attendant - Slough 12 Month FTC employer: Kanadevia Inova
Kanadevia Inova is an exceptional employer located in Redcar, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation in the civil engineering sector. Employees benefit from competitive remuneration, comprehensive training programmes, and opportunities for professional growth while contributing to impactful projects that promote sustainability. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to delivering high-quality infrastructure solutions.
