Control Room Operator

This Control Room Operator opportunity is built around operating and control boilers, turbines, generators, and associated balance‑of‑plant systems via DCS and local control panels. It would suit someone who can bring careful technical judgement and practical problem-solving to the role.

Known job details

• Pay: £500 - £550 per day
• Shift: Nights
• Start Date: By 26 May 2026.
• End Date: 31 August 2026 (subject to project completion).
• 6 days / 6 nights / 12 days off.
• Engagement Type: Contractor.

Likely focus of the role

• Operate and control boilers, turbines, generators, and associated balance‑of‑plant systems via DCS and local control panels.
• Supporting commissioning and plant start‑up activities, ensuring systems are commissioned safely and in accordance with procedures.
• Processing parameters, taking corrective actions where required.

Requirements mentioned

• Proven experience as a Control Room Operator within Energy‑from‑Waste, biomass, or thermal power generation environments.
• Strong understanding of boiler operations, steam systems, and power generation processes.
• Experience supporting commissioning, start‑up, or outage activities is highly desirable.