Process Technician

Process Technician Our client is seeking a Process Technician to join their operations team, supporting the safe, efficient, and compliant running of a large-scale energy and process facility on a rotating shift basis. This role would suit an experienced technician or a developing operator looking to progress within a highly regulated industrial environment. What you will be doing: * Operating and monitoring plant systems including boilers, furnaces, turbines, waste handling, ash handling, conveyors, and water treatment * Using Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and/or SCADA to manage and optimise plant performance * Carrying out front-line maintenance, fault diagnosis, and equipment rectification * Completing operational logs and ensuring accurate shift handovers * Supporting plant shutdowns, isolations, and safe systems of work * Performing routine testing and ensuring safe start-up and shutdown procedures * Supporting operational improvements, investigations, and corrective actions * Maintaining high standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance * Supporting emergency response activities and safety inspections * Contributing to strong housekeeping standards and plant reliability What we are looking for: * Proven experience in plant operations, process engineering, or maintenance environments * Experience working with DCS and/or SCADA systems (essential or highly desirable) * Practical experience with boilers, rotating equipment, or similar process plant * Strong understanding of safe systems of work, risk assessments, and operating procedures * Ability to carry out front-line maintenance and basic fault-finding * NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a technical or science-based discipline (or relevant experience) * IOSH Managing Safely qualification or willingness to complete * Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and CMMS systems * Strong problem-solving ability and confidence working independently or as part of a team * Flexibility to work shifts and adapt to operational demands Why apply? This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established operation offering long-term stability, structured training, and clear progression