Process Operator

Location: Teesside
Contract: 6 months potential for extension
  
Our client is looking to recruit an experienced Process Operator to play a key role in the safe and efficient operation of a large-scale industrial process plant in the Teesside area.
  
About the Role
As a DCS Process Operator, you will be responsible for controlling and monitoring plant operations from the control room using a Distributed Control System (DCS). Working as part of the shift operations team, you will ensure plant processes remain stable, safe and optimised to meet production targets.
You will collaborate closely with other technicians and the shift leadership team to monitor plant performance, troubleshoot process issues, and maintain high standards of safety, environmental compliance and operational efficiency.
  
Key Responsibilities

• Operate and control plant processes via the control room DCS system
• Monitor plant parameters and adjust conditions to maintain safe and efficient production
• Identify, troubleshoot and resolve process issues to maintain plant stability
• Work closely with the shift team to achieve daily production targets
• Maintain accurate operational logs and contribute to effective shift handovers
• Support laboratory and outside technician duties as part of the shift rotation
• Ensure compliance with site SHE and environmental standards at all times

  
What We’re Looking For:
  

• Production or process qualification ideal (e.g. PPO or equivalent)
• Experience working within chemical, petrochemical, or industrial process plants
• Previous experience operating or monitoring DCS-controlled processes preferred
• Strong troubleshooting ability and sound operational judgement
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage multiple plant interfaces
• Good communication skills and a strong team-focused approach

  
If you are an experienced Process Operator with DCS experience looking to join a high-performing operations team, we would be keen to hear from you.

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