Operational Technician

Operational Technician

About the Role

Location United Kingdom Homeworking and Teleworking Location Independent Worker

• Country / Region : United Kingdom
• State / Province / County : Scotland
• City : West Kilbride

Remote vs. Office Office / Site only Company Siemens Energy Limited Organization Grid Technologies Business Unit Service Full / Part time Full-time Experience Level Not defined

A Snapshot of Your Day

You will be a part of the Operations & Maintenance team at Hunterston HVDC Converter Station, which is an HVDC Interconnector capable of transferring 2250MW of power between Scotland and North Wales.

You will provide customer support through planned and reactive maintenance activities on customer’s assets as per our contractual requirements.

Planning and carrying work out efficiently and safely and that all records are kept up to date. Adhering to SHEQ and Siemens Energy processes and procedures continuously.

This is a challenging position and would suit applicants with a solid electrical engineering background, who are prepared to work in a flexible working environment.

Perks & Benefits

• 37 hour working week. Mon Thur 08 : 00 16 : 30, Fri 08 : 00 13 : 00
• After an appropriate period of training and qualifications you will also provide emergency call out response as part of the maintenance team (part of a rotating Standby Rota for 1 site with substantial financial benefits, 1 week in 4 format)
• Excellent benefits including : standby payments, pension scheme (company match up to 10%), yearly bonus, authorisation payments, share matching scheme, optional private medical / dental care etc.
• 26 days annual holiday allowance plus bank holidays
• Competitive salary with progression opportunities
• Site based at Hunterston HVDC Converter Station, flexibility to occasionally attend other HVDC / Substations throughout the UK to assist with planned maintenance activities.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Ensure compliance with Work Specifications, Local Management Instructions, statutory Requirements and Health & Safety policies
• Conduct safety monitoring of both Siemens Energy and contractor’s staff as the need arises
• Plan, develop and implement maintenance routines for all plant and equipment within scope of the contract
• Assist in the development of existing and new processes to improve the quality of service provided to the customer
• Ensure a safe working environment is provided at all times, and acquire or develop any vital documentation such as, Risk Assessments and Method Statements
• Plan day to day work, anticipate problems and accomplish tasks to high standards of quality and time
• Take part in a 24 / 7 365 day per year standby rota and provide flexible support whenever possible to support others who are on call (if required)
• Undertake all relevant training and practical experience as required under other customers / sites for their high voltage safety rules and maintain that authorization.
• Investigate and resolve faults and prepare, reporting where required to align with QA and customers’ requirements.
• Interpret test and inspection reports and initiate appropriate action
• Ensure that all maintenance documentation is completed and uploaded on Maintenance Management System as specified in O&M procedures
• Ensure all work is carried out to a satisfactory quality and technical standard
• Complete weekly time sheet for supervising workload
• Carry out other duties within your competence as directed by the appropriate supervisor
• Provide a technical, engineering and advisory service to other staff in areas where you have particular expertise or experience
• Dedication to Siemens Energy initiatives including excellent call handling and voice mail skills
• Maintenance management and resource planning and provision
• Safe disposal of equipment in line with company and customer guidelines
• Asset Management Planning apply life costing principles, produce business case for assets
• Implementing Asset Management Plans take ownership for assets, control operations, maintain / optimize assets
• Risk Management and Performance Improvement assess and manage risks, assure quality of AM processes, monitor and review progress and performance, learn from incidents
• Asset Knowledge Management - define asset requirements, specify, select and integrate AM information systems
• Liaise with stakeholders on asset related topics make appropriate AM information available for decision making
• Comply with asset policies in regards to health, safety, environment and security provisions

What You Bring

• Preferably HNC / HND qualification in Electrical / Electronic Engineering and ideally have experience within a maintenance environment on industrial sites or electrical substations.
• A good understanding of electrical systems and practical experience working on electrical and mechanical installations.
• Be capable of working under your own initiative and able to work to tight timescales.
• IT Literacy (MS Office including MS Project etc.)
• Good communication & interpersonal skills
• Excellent organisational skills
• Experience with successful team working abilities
• Strong understanding of H & S legislation and Risk Management Processes
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