Operations Technician

General Summary

Responsible for operating the Whitetower portfolio of plants in line with commercial requirements and business procedures, as well as maintaining compliance with statutory health, safety and environmental provisions. The Operations Technician will be involved in working with and assisting in improving the operational systems and processes.

Primary Functions

• Operating the plant to ensure compliance with appropriate safety and environmental standards, and statutory requirements
• Perform start-up, shut-down and normal operations of power plant systems
• Carrying out plant-related routine duties to ensure plant commercial performance, availability and reliability is maintained to a high level
• Plant & control system first line fault diagnosis and reporting considering all aspects of safety of persons and process safety
• Application of relevant operational standards
• Routine reporting of operational events and providing information to support site maintenance activities
• Responsibility for producing and maintaining identified site(s) documentation and procedures
• Liaising with internal, external customers and third-party suppliers
• Optimising commercial opportunities through plant operation

NAES Safe

Safety is a core value of NAES and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to be mentally alert and work safely at all times. Additionally, employees are required to adhere to all safety warnings and posted safety signs whenever on company property. Furthermore, employees must follow all NAES safety rules and procedures. Effectiveness in carrying out this responsibility is part of the evaluation of each employee’s performance.

Working Relationships

Operations Technicians report to the Duty Shift Team Leader and will be expected to proactively engage with resources across the organisation including field team staff.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Physical requirements include the possibility of standing for extended periods of time, stair and ladder climbing, routinely lifting up to 15 kg and when necessary, use a respirator.

Protective equipment must be worn in the performance of some duties (e.g., hard hats, safety glasses, air masks, ear protection, chemical suits, hot gloves, and high voltage protective equipment, etc.). Work with hazardous materials may be required.

All employees will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program. This program includes a post-offer physical examination and drug screening and post-employment random drug screening. There are extensive smoking restrictions in and around the facility.

Travel

The role occasionally requires travel to all fleet locations to support wider business activities across the Whitetower business.

Work Schedule

The role is shift-based, and the technician will be expected to cover a 24/7 shift pattern to cover operational requirements.

Compensation

Initial compensation will range from £44,517 - £66,776

Job Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Experience in the operation of power generation assets or similar industrial processes
• Appreciation of the commercial aspects of the power generation business
• Display good teamwork and interpersonal skills, working flexibly within a small team
• IT literate, displaying skills in numeracy and literacy
• Ability to rigorously follow procedures, instructions and processes

Desirable Skills

• Operations / Engineering qualification, or study towards an engineering qualification
• Working knowledge of Health, Safety and Environmental regulatory requirements
• Understanding of power station operations and maintenance, codes of practice, technical procedures and safety rules
• Familiar with computerised maintenance management system

Individual Capability

• The individual should be able to think logically and respond quickly and confidently to problems with a minimum of supervision
• The Operations Technician will be a self-motivated, flexible individual, able to work alone, use initiative and be willing to accept responsibility to deliver Whitetower Energy customers’ business requirements

The statements contained in this job description are not necessarily all inclusive; additional duties may be assigned, and requirements may vary from time to time.

The role includes:

• 24/7 shift pattern
• Private Health Care
• Company Pension scheme
• Bonus potential
• Holiday entitlement
• Sick pay

Job type – Full time, permanent

Note: You will be asked to provide right to work documents should you be selected for an interview.

NAES is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. It is the practice of NAES to seek employees of the highest quality and to select individuals on the basis of merit and competence, without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status or any other basis of discrimination.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £44,517.00-£66,776.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Referral programme
• Sick pay

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus scheme

COVID-19 considerations:
We continue to follow government guidelines regarding COVID 19 management and in addition apply our own site controls around managing access and distancing for site personnel.

Application question(s):

• Do you possess a valid UK Drivers License?
• Have you been responsible for the operation of a power plant or assisted with the startup and shutdown of a powerplant?
• This position is required to work onsite. Are you able to reliably commute or do you plan to relocate?
• If an offer of employment is made, sufficient right to work documentation and a right to work check will be required. Do you agree to these terms?
• Do you have prior experience in the power generation or relative oil & energy industry?
• Are you experienced with the operation or maintenance of turbines, whether steam, gas, hydro, wind or other?
• Are you proficient in the use of CMMS?
• Do you have knowledge of or experience with current environmental, health and safety legislation and regulations?

Work Location: In person