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Astute's Power team is exclusively partnering with Seabank Power Ltd to recruit two Operation Technicians for its Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (CCGT) power station in Bristol.
The Operations Technician roles come with a starting salary of 49,881, rising to 59,881 following a successful probationary period. Additional benefits include OT at 1.5x, private medical, annual bonus, pension contribution and more.
If you're an experienced Operations Technician and are looking to work for an organisation that offers a professional and friendly working environment, an on-going training and development program and a performance culture that encourages success then submit your CV to apply today.
Responsibilities and duties of the Operations Technician role
Reporting to the Operations Manager you will:
- Be part of a shift team that operates a CCGT power station using a DCS system
- Ensure the plant is operated safely, efficiently, and with due regard to the environment
- Operate the day-to-day interfaces between Seabank Power Limited, its customers, and National Grid
- Carry out routine operational checks, first line fault finding and troubleshooting to ensure plant availability is maintained
- Prepare plant for maintenance, including the implementation of Seabank Safety Rules
- Help to implement the SPL emergency procedures
Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
- Have previous experience performing the role or its equivalent
- Have a recognised engineering qualification, ideally through an apprenticeship
- Have an understanding of CCGT power station plant or similar Process Technology
- Be computer literate with a good operational knowledge of DCS systems
Personal skills
The Operations Technician role would suit someone who can:
- Demonstrate an ability to self-motivate and contribute to the overall management and continued improvement of Seabank
- Work flexibly and on their own initiative
- Make technical decisions based on available information
- Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills
- Demonstrate a sound engineering approach
Salary and benefits of the Operations Technician role
- Starting salary of 49,881, rising to 59,881 following a successful probationary period
- Overtime at 1.5x
- Private medical insurance
- Bonus opportunity
- Pension contribution
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.
