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Process Technician

Salary – Competitive
Hours – Full-time, shift-based role (on a rotating shift pattern)
Location Postcode – Allington EFW, ME16 0LE

The Process Technician at FCC Environment is responsible for the safe operation of the Allington Energy from Recovery Facility. Reporting directly to the Operations Shift Manager, the Process Technician will co-ordinate and carry out the plant operational activities safely, efficiently and in line with FCC Environment's procedures, whilst ensuring the facility is operationally compliant with the Environmental Permit.

This vacancy is for a full-time position.

Our promise to you

- Competitive salary
- Pension scheme
- Life insurance
- Discretionary bonus scheme
- On-the-job training and progression
- Recognition scheme
- Refer a friend
- Flexible benefits, including high street savings, cycle to work scheme and Gymflex membership, and many more (where applicable)
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and the Best Doctors Service via our Wellbeing Platform

What will you be doing?

- Operating the plant in a safe, compliant and efficient manner on a rotating shift basis
- Monitoring and operating systems, including waste handling, boiler and furnace, steam turbine generator, ash handling, water treatment, conveyors and filter systems
- Using and interrogating complex Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and/or SCADA systems
- Carrying out process and equipment fault diagnosis and rectification
- Completing operational logs and handing over shifts accurately
- Performing routine plant testing and ensuring safe shutdown of the facility when required
- Supporting operational improvements, workplace investigations, and corrective actions
- Acting as a Competent and Authorised Person for plant isolations in accordance with FCC Safety Rules
- Supporting site health, safety and environmental performance, including safety inspections and emergency response duties

What are we looking for?

- A broad technical background in plant operations or maintenance
- Experience with Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and/or SCADA systems
- Practical experience with large boilers, rotating equipment, or similar process plant
- Knowledge of operational procedures, risk assessments and safe systems of work
- The ability to carry out front-line maintenance
- NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a technical or science subject preferred, though relevant experience will also be considered
- Computer literacy (Microsoft Office, CMMS systems, etc.)
- Strong problem-solving skills, teamwork and the ability to work independently
- Flexibility to work shifts and adapt to changing priorities

About us

We are FCC Environment, one of the nation’s leading waste and resource management companies. Committed to sustainability, we strive to minimise the amount of waste that ends up in landfill by transforming it into valuable resources wherever possible.

We operate over 200 facilities in England, Scotland and Wales and employ around 4,200 people.

The profile of the UK's recycling and waste management industry has never been higher. We need people who are up for the challenge to help us tackle climate change. We need people with ideas. We need you. Together, we will meet the UK’s waste management and energy recovery needs.

FCC Environment is an equal opportunities employer, we value diversity, and we are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment.

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