(Entry Level – Full Training Provided / Power Plant / DCS / SCADA)
Location: Bedford, Bedfordshire
Salary: £28,000 – £32,000 + Shift Allowance + Benefits
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent | Shift-Based
Industry: Power Generation / Energy from Waste / Biomass / Process Engineering
The Role
We are offering an exciting opportunity for an Entry-Level Shift Technician / Trainee Plant Operator to join a modern power generation facility.
No prior power plant experience is required – full training will be provided. This role is ideal for candidates looking to build a long-term career in engineering, energy, or industrial operations.
Who Should Apply?
* Entry-level candidates or those looking to change career
* Engineering apprenticeships, college leavers, or ex-military
* Backgrounds in manufacturing, production, warehouse, or hands-on roles
* Anyone with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn
Key Responsibilities
* Learn to operate and monitor plant systems using DCS/SCADA
* Support safe and efficient plant operation in line with procedures
* Carry out routine plant inspections, checks, and readings
* Respond to alarms and assist with fault finding and troubleshooting
* Assist with planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and basic repairs
* Work closely with the Shift Team Leader and experienced technicians
* Assist with stock control, consumables, and site deliveries
* Participate in planned and unplanned outages
* Operate site equipment (e.g. forklift – training provided if required)
* Develop skills and knowledge to progress into a fully competent Technician
Skills & Attributes
* Willingness to learn and develop technical skills
* Interest in engineering, power generation, or industrial environments
* Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability
* Ability to follow procedures and work safely
* Team player with a flexible approach to shift work
* Basic mechanical or electrical understanding (desirable, not essential)
* GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths & English preferred
What’s in it for You?
* Full training provided – no prior experience required
* Clear career progression into Technician and senior roles
* Competitive salary with shift allowance and overtime
* Opportunity to gain valuable, industry-recognised skills
* Stable, long-term career in the growing energy sector
* Supportive and safety-focused working environment
Additional Information
* Shift-based role (days and nights)
* Flexibility required for overtime and shift cover
* Right to work in the UK required
Salary description
£30000.00 - £30000.00 per year