Shift Supervisor
Location: GuildfordContract Type: Permanent
Work Schedule: 12-hour shifts (5 on / 5 off x 6 cycles, then a 15-day break)
Shift Pattern: Days 06:00-18:00 | Nights 18:00-06:00
Key Responsibilities
- Drive daily oil production and gas import/export targets through DCS/SCADA control systems.
- Optimise station performance and resolve abnormal conditions early.
- Coordinate operator activity across the station and wellsite.
- Liaise with oil export customers regarding expected rates and quality.
- Manage day-ahead communication with the power supply provider.
- Oversee Permit to Work in the Shift Superintendent's absence.
- Delegate and track first-line maintenance on gas and utility equipment.
- Act as deputy Incident Controller for abnormal or emergency situations.
- Deliver clear written and verbal shift handovers.
- Support daily, weekly, and monthly site reporting.
Requirements
- 5-10 years' experience supervising, operating, or maintaining an oil and/or gas production facility.
- ONC or BTEC ordinary certificate in an engineering discipline, or equivalent.
- NVQ Level 3 in Process Operations.
- NEBOSH National Certificate in Oil and Gas Safety.
- Hands-on experience with distributed control, IT, and safety systems.
- Ability to translate PFDs, P&IDs, and schematics into operating procedure.
- Confident communicator at every level, from operators to emergency services.
- Full, valid UK driving licence.