Operations Engineer

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Ubicación
Reino Unido
Newcastle upon Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne
Empresa
Siemens Energy Limited
Organización
Gas Services
Unidad empresarial
Service Europe & Africa
Tiempo completo/parcial
Jornada completa
Nivel de experiencia
Sin especificación
Job Title - Operations Engineer

Location - Newcastle with some limited travel to sites at Hirwaun, Progress and Millbrook 


A Snapshot of Your Day
The Operations Engineer is responsible for supporting all aspects of operation, maintenance and engineering activities related to the O&M & LTSA contracts at Hirwaun, Progress and Millbrook OCGT power plants. The role requires a suitable level of engineering and technical knowledge with the aim of providing safe and reliable operation of plant and equipment to meet the Client’s operational and commercial requirements.

The role will require a degree of flexibility, primarily covering remote control room activities on a shift working basis however may require providing support to the project site locations.

How You Will Make an Impact

  • Responsible for monitoring and control of the plant operation on a continuous basis (24/7/365) such as plant shutdown and start-up, responding to alarms by taking appropriate the actions in a timely manner, BOA activity, National Grid instructions and daily plant operation. Maintaining and updating the Daily Operational Log.
  • Health, Safety and Environmental compliance, performing all work in compliance with applicable codes, standards, safety and environment.
  • Plant availability, compliance with O&M procedures, work plans and engineering procedures.
  • Execute plant shutdown and start-up procedures as required within the allocated timeframe, ensuring that the plant meets its generating requirements whilst operating in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Adherence to processes and procedures to enable efficient plant operation, including utilisation of technical documentation and drawings.
  • Ensure that the plant meets its generating requirements whilst operating in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Utilize computerized Plant & Asset Management System for Shift Log reporting, Fault Notification, Work Order and Work Plan Module management.
  • Liaison with customer and external parties for supply and distribution of power and gas.
  • Respond to National Grid and Trader routine and safety instructions.
  • Submission of REMIT, EDL & EDT information to accurately reflect the technical availability and remain in compliance with legislative governance.
  • Carry out T3000 logic modifications and implement simulations to ensure plant safety and reliability is maintained working within the guidelines of the company’s IBMS and quality systems.
  • Support the development and implementation of Siemens Energy Asset Care Programme including all associated processes and procedures (Asset Criticality Assessment, Data Engineering and CBM Concepts).
  • Support and assist with the production of and continuous development of operational excellence strategies and concepts to ensure alignment with Siemens Energy and the client’s business objectives.
  • Support Root Cause Analysis and Failure Mode Effects Analysis processes into site occurrences and incidents as required.
  • Deputise for the Senior Operations Engineer in their absence.


Key Relationships:
  • O&M Production Manager – Line Manager
  • Senior Operations Engineer – Daily co-ordination
  • Onshore and Offshore Management Team – Maintain effective relationships to ensure the integrity of the Siemens Energy O&M contract and business strategies and objectives.
  • Supporting Contract Companies and Partners – Develop and maintain essential relationships to ensure the safe, effective and efficient site support in specialist areas.

What You Bring
  • Sound practical engineering and technical knowledge including applying principles, techniques, processes and procedures to achieve the safe operation and maintenance of the power station.
  • Power Generation / Heavy Industry operational experience.
  • Awareness and understanding of Health and Safety practices.
  • Self-motivated with ability to effectively prioritise workload.
  • Advanced Problem-solving skills
  • Good oral, written and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to effectively and efficiently record and report plant relevant and critical information and statuses.
  • Proficient in the development and adherence to Safe Systems of Work.

Knowledge, Experience and Qualifications: 
  • Preferably educated to minimum level of HNC or an equivalent level of qualification in engineering.
  • Have a detailed working knowledge of power plant principals including plant performance, efficiency and environmental operation.
  • Minimum of 5 years operation and maintenance experience, preferably within the Power Generation industry.
  • Appreciation of H&S management processes
  • Sound knowledge of roles and responsibilities, as defined in the safe systems of work. 
  • Health and Safety qualification (NEBOSH or equivalent).

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