MB587: Generator Mechanic
Location: Erbil Airport, Iraq
Salary: £43,000 + 75% uplifts which includes 20 hours overtime and locations allowances, this brings the salary up to £75,250 subject to UK tax for whole duration of assignment. This equates to approx. £4,558 per month after UK tax. Accommodation and flights included
Working Hours: Rotation shift pattern – 12 weeks on and 3 weeks off

Overview:

First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic business who are looking to recruit a Generator Mechanic on a permanent basis and to predominantly be based at Erbil International Airport in Iraq.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Complete Generator Maintenance and Servicing within contracted timeframes
Provide technical advice and support to other trades regarding fault investigation and generator-related matters
Conduct training and mentoring of apprentices
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency
Adhere to Health and Safety regulations, COSHH, Engineering Hygiene, Risk Assessments, and safe working practices in a hazardous environment
Undertake any other reasonable tasks aligned with your knowledge, experience, and position

Skills and Qualifications:

Essential:

A minimum of 5 years on site experience preferably with a major generator manufacturer, or supply agent.
Recognised and accredited trade qualifications of City & Guilds standards or above.
First class fault finding and diagnostic abilities on both mechanical and electrical components on Prime power and standby Generators.
Supervisory experience and good communication skills.
Proven ability of applying good environmental practices in tasks performed including the investigation of accidents and incidents, carrying out risk assessments and risk control and complying with UK health and safety legislations.

Desirable:

Experience of working on operations in austere remote sites or in developing nations.
Familiarisation courses and product training on Caterpillar prime mover units.
Familiarisation courses and product training on FG Wilson Generators/Perkins prime mover units etc.
Familiarisation courses and product training on Woodward control gear etc.
Load bank testing.
Familiarisation and product training on electronic engine controls.
Familiarisation of engine diagnostic tools i.e., Perkins electronic service tool, Cat electronic technician etc
Electrical qualification showing competence and knowledge of IEE regulations at 18th Edition.
Hold or have previously held a MOD Authorised persons certificate in disciplines such as Mechanical, Petroleum.