Job Title:Senior Electrical and Instrumentation Project Technician

Job ID:32385
Location:St Fergus, AB42
Salary: £45,196 to £57,000 per annum
Hours:37 hours a week, circa 08:00am to 4:00pm

Contract / Permanent: Permanent
Site Based / Office / Remote:Site based
Start Date: ASAP

Overview

We have an exciting and important role in achieving net zero and in leading a fair energy transition for the UK. They do this by developing the green gas system of tomorrow, while delivering the natural gas needs of today.

The Operations team maintain, repair and upgrade 7,666km of high-pressure pipe, 23 compressor stations, 504 above-ground installations, and 8 connected distribution networks through a highly skilled team of over 600 technicians and engineers across Great Britain. Working around the clock to maintain and enhance the infrastructure that powers homes, business and industries, guaranteeing a steady and secure energy supply.

About the role

You are a person who likes to take ownership and make decisions that move things forward. We are the workplace that gives you the flexibility to make that happen. Interested? Read on.

As a Senior Electrical and Instrumentation Project Technician, you know what is in place can often be improved to make things more effective, efficient and safe.

You will drive a team culture of safe working and safety compliance in all activities. You will be a role model and demonstrate visible safety leadership to all stakeholders including the identification of best practices and safety initiatives.

You will provide technical support and site guidance to project contractors, provide quality assurance (including snagging) of new installations, inspect as built drawings and red line mark ups for accuracy, create and approve RAMs and ensure permit compliance.

What we are looking for

To be successful in this role, you will have experience of carrying out isolations, be comfortable in supervising contractors as an Authorised Person with knowledge of instrument loops and working with P&IDs.

You will be educated to an Electrical or Instrumentation SVQ level 3 (or above) standard and it would be particularly advantageous to have knowledge of SIMATIC PCS7 control system with the control system replacement project we have.

We recognise we are a niche company, therefore don't worry if you do not meet 100% of the requirements because we know that there is a wealth of transferable skills from other industries but you will have worked in a permit compliant environment.

What are we looking for?

On Track Earnings of between £50,000 to £60,000 when including standby and overtime
Annual bonus of 6% based on personal and company performance
Company Van - including fuel card
26 days' holiday plus statutory holidays - option available to buy extra or sell days
Generous double-match pension scheme - for every £1 you put in, we'll add £2 (max company contribution 12%)
Flexible benefit scheme, including private healthcare, dental insurance, technology plans and more
Overtime at x1.5 normal and then x2 on Sunday
Financial protection with 10x salary death in service and financial support if you're unable to work due to long term illness or injury
Excellent family friendly provisions - maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental leave
Career progression, professional training and development - including access to LinkedIn Learning
Annual Technical Training budget of circa £1800 rising to £2500 in our next regulatory period
Employee assistance programme offering free confidential professional counselling 24/7
Financial support to help you cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions
About Our Client:

We are leading a clean, reliable, and affordable energy future for everyone. Our skilled colleagues bring gas to 23m homes, and over 500,000 businesses, including heavy industries and power stations that keep Great Britain's lights on. We fuel growth and innovation, whilst transitioning our network to hydrogen, to play our part in the journey to net zero.

We are committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve. We celebrate the different experiences our colleagues bring to our organisation, and strongly encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply.

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