Incinerator Engineer

Incinerator Engineer / Operator

Location: Grantham

The Role

We’re looking for an Incinerator Engineer / Operator to take full responsibility for the safe and efficient operation of a GERI (Gas, Energy, Refrigerant, Incinerator) plant.

This is a hands-on role focused on maximising plant uptime, maintaining environmental compliance, and ensuring safe, stable operation—with no shift work or weekend duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor incinerator systems, maintaining stable combustion and process conditions

• Control start-up, shutdown, and gas feed rates for optimal performance

• Prepare plant for safe operation and planned maintenance

• Identify and resolve process issues before escalation

• Support both planned and reactive maintenance activities

• Ensure compliance with environmental permits and emission standards

• Maintain accurate records and clear handovers

• Promote and enforce high safety standards at all times

What You’ll Be Working On

• Combustion chambers, burners, and afterburners

• Gas feed and storage systems

• Pumps, compressors, and heat exchangers

• Emission monitoring and control systems

• PLC / HMI-controlled plant equipment

What We’re Looking For

• Mechanical bias with Level 3 qualification (or equivalent)

• At least 1 year of mechanical or process plant experience

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

• Comfortable in a fast-paced, production environment

• Team player with a flexible approach within standard Monday–Friday hours

What’s on Offer

• Full-time, site-based role in Grantham

• Monday to Friday, 45 hours per week – no nights or weekends

• Competitive salary

• PPE provided

Call me on 07810 022392 or 01636 611320 – I’m happy to chat after 5pm.
Or WhatsApp me, and I’ll give you a call back.
You can also find me on LinkedIn – Jo Botton – drop me a quick message if that’s easier.

Don’t worry if your CV isn’t up to date – we can sort that later.