Job Description

Process Operator

Location: Stanlow Manufacturing Complex, Ellesmere Port

Shift Pattern: 2 days, 2 nights, followed by 6 rest

• Competitive Salary
• 10% Company Contribution Pension rising to 15% with service
• Private Medical Insurance
• Additional Flex Benefits
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme with Exclusive access to a range of Discounts
• Free Secure On-Site Car Parking

About the Company

EET (Essar Energy Transition) plays a major role in supplying the Northwest and the wider UK with essential fuels. We produce over 16% of the UK’s road fuels, supply key feedstocks to the petrochemical industry, and are investing heavily in low‑carbon energy solutions.

We work with major retail fuel brands, supermarkets, Manchester Airport, leading airlines, and regional transport operators. We are also a key partner in the HyNet project, helping to deliver the region’s low‑carbon future.

With over 900 skilled colleagues, we offer a strong safety culture, technically challenging work, and some of the best training in the energy sector.

Find out more: Redefining Energy | EET

About The Role

We currently have several exciting shift operator opportunities within our unionised team for Experienced Operators to join our Operations Team. Reporting to the Shift Production Team Leader, the role will be responsible for the safe start up, shutdown, monitoring and adjustment of the refinery process and associated Utility and storage / logistic areas.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Process Monitoring and adjustment and taking corrective action to stay within defined operating window.
• Monitoring of Critical Equipment and making timely interventions
• Performing defined tasks and checks on equipment at the prescribed frequency and recording the findings.
• Taking samples and testing in the plant laboratory
• Initiate appropriate response to abnormal conditions including Emergency Response
• The preparation of equipment and handover to Maintenance
• The progression of Minor Maintenance tasks
• Raising Maintenance notifications in the SAP System
• Issue Permits for work activities on the unit, including carrying out field safety verification (such as gas tests)
• Raise Health, Safety, Environment and Quality issues and report them in the appropriate system.
• Accurately record activities undertaken during the shift and do a comprehensive handover to the oncoming shift.
• Participate in the ‘Start of Shift’ Meeting
• Support the planning and execution of Major Maintenance events (Turnarounds)
• Participate the improved teams / site processes such as Safety & Environment Focal Point meetings.
• Participate in Incident Investigations
• Participate in developing and updating 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

Applications for this position will close on 13th April 2026. We encourage early applications, as we may begin reviewing candidates and scheduling interviews before the closing date.