Shift Manager – Remote Operations Centre
Location : South Yorkshire
Salary : £50,000 + £12,000 shift allowance
Shift Pattern : Rotating 6-week shift (days and nights) with 10 consecutive days off at the end of each cycle
Industry : Chemical Manufacturing
About the Role
We are working with a leading global chemical manufacturing organisation to recruit an experienced Shift Manager for their state-of-the-art Remote Operations Centre (ROC). This role is critical to overseeing round-the-clock operations for multiple production sites across the UK, Ireland, and South Africa.
You’ll be based in a high-tech control room environment, working in a 24 / 7 operation that plays a pivotal role in process safety, plant performance, and business continuity across international sites.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor and manage the safe and efficient operation of multiple chemical plants remotely
- Respond to alarms, manage plant upsets and initiate recovery strategies
- Support and lead plant start-up / shutdown procedures with minimal disruption
- Evaluate process data and KPIs to identify performance issues and implement improvements
- Make autonomous decisions in the absence of standard procedures (SOPs)
- Maintain a strong focus on process safety and regulatory compliance
- Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure operational targets are achieved
What We’re Looking For
Background in heavy industry, ideally with experience in chemical, oil & gas, or manufacturing sectorsPrior experience in a control room or DCS / SCADA-based environment is essentialHNC (or higher) in Process, Chemical, Electrical or Instrumentation Engineering OR equivalent experienceStrong technical aptitude with the ability to make operational decisions under pressureComfortable working a 24 / 7 rotating shift pattern (including nights)Able to interpret P&IDs and process flow diagrams (PFDs)High attention to detail, proactive mindset, and excellent communication skillsWhat’s on Offer
Base salary of £50,000 + £12,000 shift allowance6-week rotating shift with 10 days off at the end of each cycleComprehensive training program to ensure you're set up for successCareer progression opportunities within a global businessPension, life assurance, 25 days annual leave + bank holidaysAdditional well-being and recognition benefitsNext Steps
This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a forward-thinking business in a mission-critical role. If you have the skills and experience to thrive in a fast-paced, high-responsibility control room environment — apply now for a confidential discussion.