Control Room Operator

Job Opportunity: Control Room Technician (12-Month Contract) Location: Redcar, UK
Project: Teesside CCGT Project

Overview: We are seeking a highly experienced Control Room Technician (CRT) to support the Detailed Engineering phase of a major project, which includes an onshore UK Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (CCGT) with Carbon Capture and a Transportation & Storage network for CO2.

In this role, you will be responsible for providing critical input to ensure the operability and maintainability of plant and process equipment. You will play a key role in supporting operational readiness for commissioning, start-up, and ongoing operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the design phase by ensuring plant and equipment meet operational and maintenance requirements.
• Support operational readiness, ensuring smooth progression towards commissioning and start-up.
• Work closely with project teams and stakeholders to access relevant data and insights, ensuring successful project execution.
• Be flexible to work from home and travel to FEED contractor offices in the Southeast of England, as required.

Qualifications:

Essential:

• NVQ Level 3 in Process Operations or equivalent.
• Minimum 15+ years of industry experience, with 10+ years in a Control Room Technician role.
• Strong ability to collaborate across teams and access critical data within the organization.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and in a diverse team.

Desired:

• Apprenticeship in the industry.
• HNC in Chemical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience in project or operational roles, particularly in Power Stations, CO2 Capture Plants, or similar chemical processes.
• Familiarity with onshore/offshore pipe networks and regulatory frameworks such as COMAH or Seveso Directives.

What We Offer: This is an exciting opportunity to work on a high-profile energy project. If you have extensive control room experience and want to contribute to a cutting-edge energy project, we would love to hear from you.

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