Control Room Operator

2 days ago

Reading Berkshire, United Kingdom Outsource UK Full time

Control Room Operator/Pipeline Operator Location: Aldermaston Contract: 12-Month Fixed Term (FTC) with potential to go permanent. Salary: Training salary £40,000 per annum, rising to £48,971 + benefits Overview Outsource UK is partnering with a leading multinational logistics company to recruit a Despatcher / Pipeline Operator based in Aldermaston. This is a 12-month fixed-term opportunity with strong potential to become permanent. This is a critical operations role responsible for the safe, efficient, and cost-effective management of fuel movements through a pipeline network. Working within a 24/7 control room environment, you will remotely monitor and control fuel flow using SCADA and associated systems, ensuring smooth delivery aligned to customer requirements. Working on shift with 1 other despatcher, you would be part of a 11-person Pipeline Control Centre team Key Responsibilities: Operate and monitor the pipeline network via SCADA and other control systems. Act as a central point of contact for routine, abnormal, and emergency pipeline scenarios. Liaise with shippers, scheduling teams, pipeline technicians, and maintenance staff to coordinate operations safely and efficiently. Record, monitor, and report alarm conditions, near misses, and incidents to support continuous improvement and regulatory compliance. Shift Pattern (24/7 Operations) You will follow a structured 5-week rotating shift pattern: - Week 1: 3 days, 3 nights, 11 off - Week 2: 4 days, 6 off - Week 3: 4 nights, 4 off - Repeat In addition to rest days built into the pattern, you'll have 12 days of annual leave to book as preferred. There is also an expectation that you would be available to cover additional shifts on overtime, if required from time to time. About You We're looking for a detail-oriented and calm individual with proven experience in a similar operational or industrial environment. Essential: GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths Previous experience in a pipeline, despatcher, or control room role Exposure to industrial sectors such as Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Water, or Hazardous Materials Control systems experience (preferably SCADA) Strong IT literacy and analytical decision-making skills Excellent communication under pressure A proactive and safety-conscious mindset Additional Requirements: Full UK driving licence - site is not accessible via public transport Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and growing organisation, offering full training, long-term potential, and the chance to work at the heart of critical UK infrastructure.

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