Operations Technician Level 2
Reportingtothe Shift Manager
Basedin Wilton
ABOUT SEMBCORP ENERGY UK
Sembcorp Industries (Sembcorp) is a leading energy and urban solutions provider, led by its purpose to drive energy transition. Headquartered in Singapore, Sembcorp delivers sustainable solutions to support energy transition and urban development by leveraging it sector expertise and global track record.
Sembcorp Energy UK (SEUK), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sembcorp Industries, is a leading provider of sustainable solutions supporting the UK’s transition to Net Zero. With an energy generation and battery storage portfolio of over 1.3GW in operation or under development, our expertise helps major energy users and suppliers improve their efficiency, profitability, and sustainability, while supporting the growth of renewables and strengthening the UK’s electricity system.
Our Wilton International site, within the Teesside Freeport, sits amongst a hub of decarbonisation innovation. At the site, we provide energy-intensive industrial businesses with combined heat and power (CHP) via our private wire network that supplies electricity generated by gas and biomass.
These services are complemented by our fleet of fast-acting, decentralised power stations and battery energy storage sites situated throughout England and Wales. These flexible assets deliver electricity to the national grid, helping to balance the UK energy system and ensure reliable power for homes and businesses.
Company registration no: 11369893. For more information on Sembcorp Energy UK, visit www.sembcorp.com/uk
Purpose of Role
Operate the Sembcorp Energy UK assets in a safe and efficient manner. Working as part of a shift operations team providing continuous plant operations to maximise gross margin. Their main responsibilities are to maintain plant integrity and ensure reliable availability of supplies to customers. They do this by troubleshooting mechanical problems and performing first-line maintenance to reduce downtime.
Key Roles and Responsibilities
· Operate and monitor plant equipment safely and efficiently, making adjustments in line with operational procedures.
· Complete routine inspections, plant checks, sampling, testing, and first-line maintenance activities.
· Analyse process data, identify faults, troubleshoot operational issues, and optimise plant performance.
· Isolate, prepare, and recommission plant equipment for maintenance activities in accordance with site procedures.
· Identify, report, and escalate safety, operational, and maintenance concerns, raising work requests through the CMMS as required.
· Maintain accurate operational records, including shift logs, handovers, data validation, and compliance documentation.
· Support site safety through housekeeping, audits, safety tours, emergency response activities, and permit-to-work processes.
· Provide guidance and support to Level 1 Technicians and assist with the training and development of new operators.
· Build effective working relationships with colleagues, customers, contractors, and other stakeholders, acting as a professional company representative.
· Maintain competence and flexibility across plant areas, ensuring all mandatory training and learning objectives are completed
Qualification, Skills and Experience
Essential:
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent (trade-specific)
- IOSH Managing Safely
Desirable:
- HNC (or equivalent)
Key Skills
- Strong Leadership and people management
- Strong technical and operational knowledge
- Safety and compliance focus
- Problem-solving and decision-making
- Communication and stakeholder management
