Operator Technician

Job description

Operator Technician

About the role
We are seeking a skilled Operator Technician to support the daily operation of a highly regulated process plant. This is a hands-on role where you’ll be responsible for operating, monitoring, and optimising plant performance while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance.
You’ll work closely with engineering and operations teams in a fast-growing, innovative environment focused on sustainable, low-carbon technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain process equipment (reactors, compressors, instrumentation)
• Support plant start-up, shutdown, and emergency procedures
• Perform routine inspections, maintenance, and troubleshooting
• Identify and support process improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards

Skills & Experience

• HNC/HND or equivalent in a relevant engineering or process discipline (or vocational equivalent)
• Experience in a chemical, industrial, or manufacturing environment
• Ability to follow SOPs and interpret technical documentation

Desirable:

• Control systems experience
• Exposure to fuel, chemical, or energy-related processes
• Interest in sustainable or low-carbon technologies

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Oxford

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-02-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English