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Senior Controls Technician - Mobile

BiffaManchester, England, United Kingdom
On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Senior

Qualifications

Essential Requirements:Level 3 qualification in Electrical, Electronic, Controls, or Instrumentation Engineering. Extensive experience within a 24/7 process or manufacturing environment. Strong proficiency in PLC/SCADA interrogation for fault-finding and optimization. Willingness to travel nationwide, including regular overnight stays, and to support an on-call rota. Consideration for candidates with similar roles such as Control Systems Technician, Automation Technician, Electrical Maintenance Technician, Instrumentation Technician, EC&I Technician, PLC Technician/Engineer, Electrical & Controls Engineer, Process Control Technician, SCADA Technician/Engineer, and Industrial Electrician (Controls Bias).

About the job

Are you an experienced controls, instrumentation, or EC&I technician ready to embark on your next challenge? Biffa is excited to present this new career opportunity that allows you to thrive in a dynamic and demanding environment, leveraging your extensive technical expertise.

Join us in making a significant impact as a Senior Controls Technician.

This role is based in the North of the UK, requiring nationwide travel.

Role Overview:

In your capacity as a Senior Controls Technician, you will independently install, repair, troubleshoot, and optimize process control systems across various processing facilities. Your responsibilities will include interrogating PLC, SCADA, and distributed control platforms, leading complex fault-finding missions, and ensuring secure system backups along with remote access arrangements. This position involves regular travel across the country and participation in an on-call rota.

This role stands at the pinnacle of technical expertise within the organization, equivalent in grade to our engineering managers while keeping you directly engaged with hands-on work.

Your Key Responsibilities:

  • Execute advanced fault-finding across PLC, SCADA, and DCS systems.
  • Assume ownership of control systems, including backup management, version control, and remote access.
  • Lead and mentor site engineers to enhance reliability and maintenance standards.
  • Conduct expert break-fix and preventive maintenance activities.
  • Drive cost efficiency through intelligent parts sourcing and system optimization.
  • Maintain and update technical documentation, SOPs, and change controls.
  • Adhere to high safety standards while supporting a national on-call rota.

About Biffa

Biffa is a leading waste management company in the UK, dedicated to providing sustainable waste solutions and contributing to a cleaner environment. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, we strive to create a positive impact through our operations and services.

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