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GC155:  Operations Technician
Location:  Fort William
Salary:  Competitive

Overview:

Our well-established client are Water and Power engineers with experience from feasibility studies to design, project management and O&M.
They are looking for a multi-skilled Operations Technician with an electrical background (will also consider Control / PLC or HV Systems) to join a team that delivers mini projects, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and service programmes for clients across UK.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and particularly encourage applications from ex-military personnel.

Key Responsibilities:

The ideal candidate will be able to work on a variety of Water and Power projects including: -

  • Fault finding.
  • Repair and maintenance activities.
  • Hydraulic systems, turbines, motors, pumps, inverters.
  • PLC control systems.
  • HV electrical systems.

Work schedule:

  • Regular travel and overnight stays to remote sites.
  • Weekend work may be required occasionally.
  • Paid overtime.
  • Typical work cycle 5.5 / 7, or 11 / 14.

Qualifications & Experience:

  • A relevant technical qualification.
  • 4 years+ experience working in the E&M service sector.
  • Experience in a role which is “hands-on the tools” with the ability to use initiative.
  • Proactive and ability to be flexible in a changing environment.
  • Able to work independently, under pressure and in remote areas.
  • Excellent client-facing and communication skills.
  • A full driving licence.

Desirable / Optional:

  • PLC Control/ SCADA or
  • HV power Systems (AP or SAP) typically 11kV or 33kV or
  • Experience working in the energy industry.

What we are offering:

  • Competitive salary and paid overtime.
  • The use of company van.
  • Relocation assistance.

GC155:  Operations Technician
Location:  Fort William
Salary:  Competitive

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