Operations Technician - Shoreham

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Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Shoreham
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£48,000 / year
CATEGORY
Engineering
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SKILLS

Safe plant operation HNC or equivalent in engineering HV Senior Authorised Person HSE legislation knowledge Problem-solving Team working Computer literacy Maintenance activities

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Operations Technician - Shoreham

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] - Shoreham, England - £45000 - £48000 per annum - Full-time, Permanent

Job Description

Job Title: Production Technician
Location: Shoreham
Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent
Salary: £45000- £48000
Benefits: Pension, Private Medical, Incentive Plan, 25 Holidays

About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a leading power company operating in the UK, Ireland, and Germany. We tackle the big, systemic challenges in the energy transition. We bring together expertise in trading, operations, and engineering to identify and anticipate challenges that will emerge as the energy transition unfolds. We then act to solve them. Today, our portfolio includes reliable thermal power, battery storage, and carbon capture projects. Together, these assets deliver decarbonised, dispatchable, and flexible power generation to meet the needs of millions of homes and businesses.

The Role

Are you a hands-on Production Technician with a passion for operational excellence and safety? Join the team at Shoreham Power Station, one of the UK's most efficient and flexible gas plants, and play a key role in ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations. You'll support the Production Team Leader on a shift basis, contribute to energy management, and help maintain compliance with safety and environmental standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operate the plant safely and efficiently in line with company and regulatory standards
  • Support the Production Team Leader in all production-related activities
  • Analyse and diagnose plant-related issues and implement solutions
  • Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and Environmental Protection legislation
  • Apply and implement safety rules up to HV Senior Authorised Person / Safety Coordinator level
  • Communicate with National Grid to meet REMIT obligations and load profiles
  • Conduct HSE self-audits and behavioural audits of contractors and staff
  • Carry out production routines and routine plant testing
  • Supervise contractors and manage production-managed contracts
  • Undertake maintenance activities within competence
  • Contribute to continuous improvement and station development initiatives

What We're Looking For

  • Minimum HNC or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline
  • At least 2 years of relevant industry experience
  • Strong computer literacy and technical capability
  • Demonstrated team working and communication skills
  • Knowledge of safe working practices and HSE legislation
  • Ability to support electrical, mechanical, and control/instrumentation disciplines
  • Strong problem-solving, organisational, and time management skills
  • Self-motivated with a flexible, can-do attitude

Why Join [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]?

Known for our ability to think and act fast using our energy intelligence, our mission is to enable the energy transition by providing the power we need today and tomorrow. Whether you're an experienced professional or looking to grow, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] provides structured development pathways. We offer a competitive salary, pension scheme, private medical insurance, long-term incentive plan, and holiday starting at 25 days plus bank holidays.

Ready to Apply?

If you're looking for a new challenge within a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation, we want to hear from you! [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

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