Shift Team Leader

CV-LibraryExeter, DevonpermanentPosted: 19 March 2026
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Shift Team Leader – Energy from Waste Power Station Excellent Salary + Bonus + Benefits South West SCINERGY Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Shift Team Leader to join a leading Energy from Waste operator at their site in the South West near Exeter. As a Shift Team Leader you will be responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant plant operations whilst leading a shift team of Operators. The Role Key responsibilities of the Shift Team Leader include: * Leading and supervising a team of Control Room & Assistant Operators ensuring efficient operation of the power station * Ensuring the plant operates in line with environmental permits and site procedures * Acting as an SAP, managing safe systems of work including permits * Coordinating shift activities, including staff and contractor supervision * Supporting training, development, and progression of operational personnel * Working closely with maintenance teams to minimise downtime and maximise availability * Maintaining a strong health & safety culture across all shift activities About You We’re looking for an experienced operations professional with a strong background in power generation and a proven ability to lead teams in a safety-critical environment. You’ll ideally have: * Experience as a Shift Team Leader / Production Team Leader or Lead Operator within a power generation environment or similar – EFW, biomass, coal, CCGT, CHP * A relevant technical engineering qualification (NVQ, C&G, HNC, BTEC etc) * Experience as a Senior Authorised Person * Strong experience supervising operational teams and coordinating contractors * Good H&S awareness and understanding – IOSH or NEBOSH is desirable * A flexible approach to working 12-hour shift patterns What’s on Offer * Excellent base salary + shift allowance * Performance-related bonus * Overtime opportunities * Company pension scheme * The opportunity to join a well-invested, high-performing Energy from Waste site For more information or to apply please contact Steve Utton at SCINERGY Recruitment on (phone number removed) or click apply now

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