? Shift Operator - Confidential Energy-from-Waste Facility
? Location: Dublin, Ireland
? Salary: €50,000 + €3,000 travel allowance
? Shifts: 12-hour rotating shifts (days/nights/weekends), 24/7 operation
? Leave: 22 days annual leave + 11 public holidays
The Opportunity
We are working on behalf of a leading operator in the low-carbon energy sector to recruit an experienced Shift Operator for a high-performing facility based in Dublin. This site plays a vital role in transforming residual waste into renewable energy, operating continuously with advanced process controls and strict environmental standards.
This is a permanent, full-time role, ideal for someone with a background in process, utilities, or industrial plant operations who thrives in a technical, safety-focused environment.
? Key Responsibilities
- Operate plant systems through DCS and control room interfaces
- Monitor equipment and processes to ensure safe and efficient operation
- Perform routine inspections and initial fault response
- Maintain accurate shift records and contribute to safe handovers
- Respond to alarms, safety events, and operational changes as needed
- Support maintenance and engineering teams during interventions
Requirements
- Experience in a process-driven or high-risk industrial environment (energy, utilities, manufacturing, or similar)
- Good mechanical or electrical understanding
- Ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts on a 5-week cycle
- Strong awareness of health, safety, and environmental protocols
- Technical qualification (Cert/Diploma or equivalent) preferred
- Strong problem-solving and teamwork skills
? Package Includes
- €50,000 base salary + €3,000 annual travel allowance
- 22 days annual leave plus 11 public holidays
- Ongoing training and progression opportunities in a sustainable growth industry
- Full PPE and on-site amenities provided
- Secure role within a critical infrastructure facility