At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate biomass thermal boilers and ensure safe, efficient energy generation.
- Company: Join SSE, a leader in sustainable energy solutions and innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, shift allowance, healthcare discounts, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for career growth and development.
- Why this job: Be part of the energy transition and make a real difference in sustainability.
- Qualifications: Safety accreditation and experience with solid fuel boilers required.
The predicted salary is between 43704 - 51484 £ per year.
Base Location: You'll be expected to spend 100% of your working week at Slough Power Station.
Salary: £43,704- £51,484 depending on skills and experience + £12.8K shift allowance + £2.8k London Allowance (OTE £48K-£66K) + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Shift Work
The role: Slough Heat and Power operates a Biomass thermal boiler to generate electricity and provide steam and district heating to the surrounding Slough Trading Estate network and customers. As Unit Operator you will be part of a shift team working day and night shifts over a 5 week rolling shift pattern to ensure base load generation is maintained.
Responsibilities:
- Applying company safety procedures in all aspects of operation to guarantee that the accident rate is reduced to zero.
- Comply with our IPPC permit and ensure that the accreditation of the ISO14001 is maintained.
- Establish appropriate standards of conduct through leading by example in safety, environmental issues, time keeping and professionalism.
- Maintain competencies for all plant and duties you are accountable for.
- Provide support to the operations manager in any relevant staff development, share information and give advice when required.
- Assist in all operational activities as directed by the Shift Team Leader.
Qualifications:
- Minimum safety accreditation - IOSH/NEBOSH.
- Experience of operating solid fuel boilers, steam turbines and all associated auxiliary equipment.
- City and Guilds Thermal Plant Operation or equivalent would be advantageous.
- Experience of Safe Systems of Work, Power Generation Safety Rules, and Authorised Person's competence.
- Good interpersonal skills and leadership skills to work with all Power Station stakeholders and to manage the shift teams when needed.
- Aware of Environmental Legislation, policies, and procedures to maintain the Environmental ISO14001 standard and Environment Agency Integrated Pollution Prevention Control.
About SSE: SSE's purpose is to provide energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow. We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. Our Transforming for Growth investment plan sees us investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030. SSE Thermal keeps the lights on for millions of people while pioneering low-carbon technologies.
Benefits: Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest‑free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.
Equal Opportunity: SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.
Unit Operator in Slough employer: SSE PLC
SSE plc is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee wellbeing and work-life balance, offering flexible working patterns in a dynamic hybrid environment. With a strong commitment to professional development, employees have access to generous benefits and opportunities for growth within the energy sector, making it a rewarding place to advance your career while contributing to impactful energy infrastructure projects.
