Control Room Operator


Company:	Smart Solutions (Recruitment) Limited
Salary:	from £37,455.60 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Wath Upon Dearne, S63 7LL
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	1 Oct 2026
Closing date:	31 Oct 2026

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Summary

We are currently recruiting for a Control Room Operator to join a busy Waste Treatment & Renewable Energy Facility based in Manvers.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing operation where you will play a key role in the safe, efficient and continuous operation of the facility.

As a Control Room Operator, you will be responsible for monitoring plant and equipment from the control room, responding to operational issues and ensuring the facility operates in line with all health & safety, environmental and operational standards.

This role would suit someone with experience in waste management, recycling, manufacturing, process operations or a similar industrial environment who is looking to develop their career within the waste and renewable energy sector.

Key Responsibilities:

. Monitor the facility and associated plant and equipment from the control room.

. Operate and control processes in accordance with operational procedures.

. Monitor plant performance and identify faults, alarms and abnormalities.

. Respond promptly to operational issues and escalate faults where required.

. Maintain accurate operational records, logs and reports.

. Liaise with engineers, maintenance teams and operational colleagues to resolve issues.

. Carry out routine checks and inspections of plant and equipment.

. Ensure all operations are carried out safely and efficiently.

. Follow all health & safety, environmental and operational procedures.

. Support the safe start-up, shutdown and isolation of plant and equipment.

. Communicate effectively with colleagues and management regarding plant performance and operational issues.

. Assist with maintaining optimum plant efficiency and availability.

. Report any environmental, safety or operational concerns immediately.

. Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment.

What We Offer:

. £37,455.60 per annum

. 07:00–17:00 day shift

. Monday to Friday working pattern

. Full-time permanent opportunity

. Opportunity to work within the growing waste management and renewable energy sector

. Training and development opportunities

. Opportunity to develop specialist plant and control room experience

. A role with genuine responsibility for the safe and efficient operation of the facility

. Weekend flexibility may occasionally be required

Apply Now

If you have experience in an industrial, process, waste or manufacturing environment and are looking for your next opportunity as a Control Room Operator, we would be keen to hear from you.

Start Date: ASAP

Apply today to take the next step in your career within the waste treatment and renewable energy sector.

Smart Solutions proudly supports the Armed Forces Covenant. We are committed to ensuring that those who serve or have served in the Armed Forces, and their families, are treated fairly. We welcome applications from members of the Armed Forces community and value the skills, experience, and dedication they bring.

Eligible Armed Forces candidates meeting the minimum criteria will be offered an interview.

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Work Location: In person

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