Chris Sayles

Chris Sayles is a seasoned professional in the energy and chemical processing sectors, currently serving as Shift Group Leader at SSE Thermal since August 2022, overseeing gas turbines at the Keadby 1 and Keadby 2 plants. Prior experience includes a role as Shift Manager at West Burton Energy, where market conditions were balanced against plant risks, and extensive tenure at EDF (UK) that spanned operations and commissioning of CCGT power plants. Chris began a career in operations as a technician at E.ON and as a Chemical Process Operator at Novartis, following an intensive apprenticeship. Academic credentials include a Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering from the University of Strathclyde and various qualifications in Process Engineering and Operations.