Operational Technician
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Job Location:
Kilmarnock - UK
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job TitleOperational Technician
LocationWhitelee Windfarm
Salary from 35600 up to 10% bonus and health cover
Flexible Working Pattern
Help us create a better future quicker
To maintain the Scottish Power Renewables (SPR) portfolio of HV & LV Assets as per the Asset Management Plan.
To work as part of a small dynamic team performing Preventative and Corrective Maintenance across ScottishPower Renewables UK onshore Renewables assets .
Ensuring the execution of the preventative and corrective maintenance activities are performed in a safe and efficient manner and in accordance with the applicable safety quality and technical standards and the identification of any non -conformities and defects are reported and rectified as required.
Performing Preventative and Corrective Maintenance activities whist enacting in accordance with Authorised Technician authorisation level of the W ind Turbine Safety Rules and with COMP
APSA & APSD as minimum Authorisation Levels of the ScottishPower Renewables Electrical and Mechanical Safety Rules (5th Edition)
Assist the Senior Operational Technician and department by developing solutions and work programmes to carry out repairs and particular assisting with improving Safe
Systems of Work (AWPs) policy documents and Emergency Safety Improvements.
Report and manage maintenance results and Defects under own program of works. Drive to complete in current year.
Support the overall team and business move to SAP (FUSION)
Whatyoullbe doing
As an Operational Technician you will play a key role within the SPR Electrical Network Operations (ENOps) team contributing to the safe and efficient maintenance of assets across the SPR network. You will carry out and report on planned and corrective maintenance activities in line with the E&M 5th Edition Rules and Wind Turbine Safety Rules ensuring full compliance with SPRs Management System OSHAS 18001 Safety Management System and ISO14001 Environmental Management System. Your responsibilities will include delivering scheduled maintenance on wind turbine generators and associated electrical mechanical and hydraulic systems initially with a focus on transformer maintenance across designated turbine fleets. You will also help identify opportunities to strengthen the teams technical capability and support improvements to operational processes.
In this role you will ensure high standards of reporting and governance completing and issuing technical records checklists and defect reports and supporting the close-out of issues identified through inspections. You will actively supervise subcontractors to ensure work is carried out safely efficiently and to the required technical specification while maintaining statutory and regulatory compliance. You will contribute to site performance reporting using systems such as SAP FUSION and iAuditor and play a key role in achieving operational KPIs for allocated sites. You will take responsibility for prework safety assessments and will hold (or work towards) relevant authorisations under the Wind Turbine Safety Rules and Electrical and Mechanical Safety Rules enabling you to manage activities on HV assets safely and competently.
Working collaboratively with the wider ENOps team you will support the delivery of the Asset Management Plan (AMP) and contribute to the development of site-specific management instructions maintenance schedules and policies. You will participate in 24-hour callout arrangements when required and engage in ongoing training to achieve or maintain APSD and APSP authorisations. Your proactive approach technical insight and commitment to safety and continuous improvement will help ensure the effective and reliable operation of SPRs onshore wind portfolio.
Whatyoullbring
Sound knowledge of electro -mechanical generating plant and apparatus
Good working knowledge and understanding on 5th Edition Safety Rules as applicable to
Restricted SAP Duties
Good working knowledge and understanding on 4th Edition WTSRs
Good organisational and interpersonal skills
Ability to adapt quickly to a rapidly changing working environment and demonstrate a
positive approach to change
High degree of self motivation with a flexible approach to work
Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision or with a wider team
Previous Windfarm technician/supervision experience desirable
Computer literate with a good working knowledge of Microsoft office applications as a
minimum as well as familiarity with SCADA systems
Driving license essential
Whatsin it for you
As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually you can also enjoya number ofother benefits. With our pension schemewelldouble match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%.
At ScottishPower we believeitsthelittle thingswe do in life that makea big difference. From helping you look after your familys wellbeing save for yourfutureand take personal steps for climate action our benefits are designed to help you do just that - so that you have everything you need to take care of your world today and tomorrow.Thatswhy our benefits include:
36 days annual leave
Holiday Purchase perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave
Share Schemes
Payroll Giving and Charity Matched Funding
Technology Vouchers save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases
Electric Vehicle Schemes to help you transition to green/clean driving
Cycle to Work scheme and Public Transport Season Ticket Loans
Healthcare benefit optionsincluding:Dental Insurance Private Medical Insurance Health CashPlanand annual Health Assessments
Life Assurance (4x salary)
Access toSavesmartfinancial wellbeing support
Plusshopping leisure restaurant and gym discounts and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more
Why ScottishPower
ScottishPower is part of the Iberdrola Group one of the worlds largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. With a commitment to generateall ofour energy from renewable resources and a drive to create the energy infrastructure of the futurewereat the forefront of the journey to Net Zero and investing over 6m every working day to make this happen. With diverse opportunities across our businesses and a commitment to invest in our own internal talent ScottishPower can offer people real career opportunities that meet personal and professional goals in a global organisation.
Inclusion diversity and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. Together with our values they bring us together into a stronger more sustainable business with direct links to the communities we serve. It takes all kinds of people to build a large-scale business like ours so whatever your backgroundyoullfit right in.
ScottishPower is committed to providing reasonable support or adjustments in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities long term conditions mental health conditions or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support. If you need support please reach out to.
Mobility
Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country. If/when required the Company will support the employee with the necessary Immigration requirements.
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