Plant Operator - County Cork

Plant Operator

6 Month Contract - Inside IR35 - Generator site - Onsite -  Shift Based – 12-hours shifts

You will be working for one of the leading companies in Ireland making sure the site is managed, maintained, and operated to strict efficiency and availability standards in a competitive commercial market. . Reporting within the Operations function a Plant Operator is a team player and self-starter with the ability to multitask, meet deadlines as well as develop and motivate team members.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure safe, efficient plant operations and maintain personnel safety.
• Perform daily tasks including monitoring, assessing, testing, and equipment operation.
• Independently develop and maintain relevant competencies.
• Adhere to safety and environmental guidelines.
• Communicate effectively with both internal and external parties.
• Support daily shift operations, including maintaining logs and submitting required reports.
• Assist with procedure development and system implementation for plant operations.
• Participate in maintenance and troubleshooting, outage, and project management as needed.
• Contribute to business improvement projects.
• Provide roster coverage and fulfil additional duties as assigned by management.

Skills and Experience Required:

• Proficiency in process analysis to address operational conditions.
• Strong IT, communication skills, and enthusiasm for learning.
• Experience in Combined Cycle Gas Turbine operation.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental standards (preferred).
• Familiarity with Maintenance/Operations Management Systems and control systems (preferred).

Qualifications:

• Level 6 to 8 engineering or technical qualification, or equivalent experience.

Location and Working Conditions:

• Primary location: Cork. Full-time, on-site presence required.
• Note: Travel and accommodation expenses to the primary location are not covered.
• Initial six-month contract, with possible extension.

Other Requirements:

• Personal protective equipment (PPE) including fire-resistant overalls, eye/hearing protection, safety boots, and hard hat.
• Personal phone, laptop/PC, and internet for professional engagement.
• Certifications in First Aid and Manual Handling, and eligibility to work in Ireland.

Start Date: ASAP

If you are interested in this opportunity, please reach out to joshua.pinchbeck@hunterphilips.com