Astute’s Power team is exclusively partnering with a leading power generation company to recruit an Operations Technician on a 1-year Fixed Term Contract for their OCGT site in Northamptonshire.
The Operations Technician role comes with a starting salary of £55,000 + benefits
If you are an experienced DCS Operator who has experience in a similar environment, submit your CV to apply today.
Responsibilities and duties of the Operations Technician role
Reporting to the Operations Lead you will:
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Carry out safe and efficient start-up, shutdown, and operation of the plant in line with legislation, company procedures, and industry best practice.
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Monitor plant performance to achieve production targets while ensuring the integrity and reliability of equipment.
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Operate the plant through Control Room DCS systems, monitoring parameters, alarms, and overall system status.
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Undertake routine plant inspections, operational duties, and respond effectively to faults.
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Perform first-line and preventative maintenance tasks to support continuous plant availability.
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Assist in the development, review, and implementation of operational and maintenance procedures.
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Take on the role of Emergency Controller when required, implementing site emergency plans.
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Maintain all required competencies and qualifications relevant to the role, including areas such as First Aid.
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Work flexibly to meet changing operational and business needs.
Professional qualifications
We are looking for someone with the following:
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Holds a level 3 qualification and is apprentice trained
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A HNC or higher is highly desirable
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Experience operating and maintain industrial plant / equipment, ideally within a power generation site
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A strong understanding of health and safety, including Safe Systems of Work and ideally some exposure to Safety Rules
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An understanding of environmental regulations and permits
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Ability to operate plant via DCS, and respond to alarms and abnormal conditions effectively
Personal skills
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Ability to carry out lone-working and self-motivated
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Strong problem-solving ability and proactive approach
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Willingness to work a shift rota including nights
Salary and benefits of the Operations Technician role
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Competitive salary starting at £55,000
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Benefits package cash health plan and bonus
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Opportunity to join leading energy company
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