Process Operator

2 weeks ago

Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, United Kingdom essaroiluk Full time £35,000 - £55,000 per year

Experienced Operator  

Location: Stanlow Manufacturing Complex, Ellesmere Port

Employment Type: Site Based | Full Time Role 

  • 10% Company Contribution Pension, rising to 15% with service
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Additional Flex Benefits, including Holiday Purchase
  • Access to the Employee Assistance Programme with exclusive discounts
  • Free secure on-site car parking

About the Company

Do you want to work for the company that's playing a leading role in delivering the North West's low carbon future?  EET Fuels (Trading name of Essar Oil (UK) Limited) produces over 16% of the UK's road transport fuels, provides key feedstocks to Britain's petrochemical industry and is investing in developing low carbon fuels.

We are a major supplier in the North West and beyond with customers including most of the major retail brands operated by international oil companies and supermarkets, Manchester Airport, leading commercial airlines and the region's trains and buses.

And we're central to the innovative HyNet project which is redefining energy to achieve our regional low carbon ambitions and national policy targets. 

 We employ over 800 expert and engaged colleagues, who are at the heart of everything we do.  The company has an embedded safety culture, technically challenging work across all the different parts of the business and some of the best training available in the energy industry.

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The Role

We are looking for an Experienced Operator to join our Operations Team within the Energy Recovery Plant (ERP).

Reporting to the Production Specialists you will play a key role in the safe start-up, shutdown, monitoring, and adjustment of the process, along with associated utilities, storage, and logistics areas.

Key Responsibilities

  • Monitor and adjust plant processes, taking corrective action to stay within defined operating parameters.
  • Oversee critical equipment, carrying out timely interventions when required.
  • Perform routine checks and tasks on equipment, recording findings accurately.
  • Take samples and conduct laboratory testing.
  • Respond appropriately to abnormal conditions, including participation in emergency response.
  • Prepare equipment for maintenance and ensure effective handover.
  • Carry out minor maintenance tasks and raise notifications in SAP.
  • Issue work permits and conduct safety verifications such as gas testing.
  • Report Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality concerns through the appropriate systems.
  • Keep detailed shift records and deliver thorough handovers.
  • Contribute to start-of-shift meetings and support planning/execution of major maintenance events (e.g. Turnarounds).
  • Actively participate in safety/environment meetings, incident investigations, and the continuous improvement of operational procedures.

About You

We are seeking candidates with:

  • A recognised qualification in Process Plant Operations (NVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent) – essential.
  • Further qualifications (e.g. HNC) – preferred.
  • Proven operating experience within the process industry - essential.
  • A strong understanding of process hazards and safety practices.
  • The ability to interpret plant drawings and apply knowledge to operations and maintenance activities.
  • Strong communication skills and the confidence to engage at all levels of the business.
  • Competence in IT systems and analytical problem-solving.
  • A collaborative, team-focused approach.
  • Willingness to work towards Permit to Work Signatory and Authorised Gas Tester status.

Closing Date

This vacancy will close from applications on 10th December 2025. 

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