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Technical Control Room Operator

City of Edinburgh
£37.5k/yr
Posted 1 day ago
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Technical Control Room Operator

Astute’s Renewables team is partnered with an internationally recognised utility-scale solar developer and operator with a strong track record in delivering and managing renewable energy assets across multiple markets to recruit multiple Technical Control Room Operators to be based in Edinburgh or Glasgow regions.

The Technical Control Room Operator role offers a salary of up to £37,500 DOE, along with a pension scheme, private healthcare, bonus scheme, and flexible working arrangements.

If you have experience in a control room or operational monitoring environment and are looking to join an organisation that places safety, performance, and operational excellence at the centre of its operations, then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Technical Control Room Operator role

Reporting To The Control Centre Team Lead You Will

  • Control and coordinate authorised site access activities, ensuring correct approvals and communication trails are maintained.
  • Provide continuous oversight of wind, solar PV, and BESS assets using SCADA and operational monitoring platforms.
  • Identify operational alarms, system irregularities, and equipment issues, taking appropriate first-line action.
  • Record and maintain accurate operational data, shift logs, and asset performance history.
  • Support the implementation of safe isolation, handover, and return-to-service processes under applicable safety rules.
  • Communicate with field engineers, contractors, and internal teams to support planned and reactive operations.
  • Escalate operational, safety, or compliance incidents in line with defined procedures.
  • Monitor weather conditions and issue operational updates where conditions may impact asset safety or performance.
  • Contribute to improvements in control room processes, reporting tools, and operational workflows.

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Professional Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

  • Previous experience in a control room, operations centre, or SCADA-based monitoring role within power generation or renewables.
  • Understanding of wind turbine safety procedures and controlled operational environments.
  • Strong IT proficiency and confidence working across multiple systems simultaneously.
  • Ability to interpret live operational data and respond appropriately to system alerts.
  • Awareness of health, safety, and operational risk within an energy environment.

Personal skills

The Technical Control Room Operator role would suit someone who is:

  • Calm and structured in approach when working under pressure or managing live incidents.
  • Highly accurate with strong attention to operational detail and documentation.
  • Clear and confident in communication across technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • A reliable team player who works effectively within a shift-based environment.
  • Proactive in identifying operational improvements and efficiency gains.

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Salary and benefits of the Technical Control Room Operator role

  • Salary up to £37,500 DOE
  • Pension scheme
  • Private medical insurance
  • Life assurance
  • Performance bonus scheme
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Supportive, safety-led working culture with development opportunities

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Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government’s Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

To apply for this Technical Control Room Operator opportunity, please complete the form below. Alternatively, send a copy of your up-to-date CV to mnoble@astutepeople.co.uk or call +44 23 9391 1226 to speak to Melanie Noble who can tell you more. You can also connect with Melanie on LinkedIn to view other jobs they are recruiting. View current job vacancies Astute People is recruiting

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Skills

Control Room Experience
SCADA
Operational Monitoring
Wind Turbine Safety
IT Proficiency
Operational Data Interpretation
Health and Safety Awareness
Communication Skills
Teamwork
Proactive Improvement

Location

City of Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

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