SPR – Balance of Plant Technician (4 days on - 4 days off)

SPR – Balance of Plant Technician (4 days on - 4 days off) Lowestoft, England

ScottishPower
Full Time Lowestoft, England 38000 - 43000 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description

SPR – Balance of Plant Technician (4 days on - 4 days off)

Lowestoft

Base Salary circa £42,000 (depending on experience) + Shift allowance, 10% bonus and Single Health Care

Closing date: 16th May 2023

About Us:

ScottishPower Renewables is part of the ScottishPower group of companies operating in the UK under the Iberdrola Group, one of the world’s largest integrated utility companies.

ScottishPower Renewables is at the forefront of the development of the renewables industry through pioneering ideas, forward thinking and outstanding innovation. We are a world leader in wind energy with over 40 operational windfarm sites producing over 2,500 MW, including our offshore windfarms West of Duddon Sands and East Anglia One.

Our ambitious growth plans include expansion of our existing onshore wind portfolio, investment in new large scale solar deployment and innovative grid storage systems including batteries. We are also delivering the Iberdrola Group’s offshore windfarms in the Southern North Sea off East Anglia.

Our Vacancy:

The BOP technician will support the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the windfarm assets (Foundations, Offshore Substation, Onshore Substation, Onshore Facilities). This shall include preventative and corrective maintenance activities, and include onshore and offshore working.

What You’ll Do:

Some key responsibilities will include:

  • Ability to assist in reviewing and creating RAMS and procedures.
  • Assist HV switching, isolation, earthing under the instruction of the SAP in accordance with SPR High Voltage Safety Rules when required.
  • BOP fault finding / troubleshooting – i.e. identification of failure cause and determination of corrective action plan.
  • Rectification of BOP faults/failures (i.e. corrective maintenance).
  • Assist in the execution of the BOP scheduled maintenance plan.
  • Maintaining the general cleanliness of the BOP.
  • Inspections and maintenance of BOP spare parts and tools (onshore).
  • Requesting and processing the necessary permit to work documentation.
  • Assist in the picking and checking of offshore spares and tools to be used in the execution of work.
  • Work closely with BOP Contractor.
  • Accompany site visitors / SAPs and other site staff in site visits, on and offshore
  • Work towards attaining HV authorisation up to Restricted SAP level
  • Train to be able to conduct control room operations
  • Assist in audits and inspections
  • Encourage and enforce SPR’s high safety culture to all staff.

What You'll Bring:

  • Experience of working in an Offshore Wind Environment desirable but not essential
  • Experience of maintaining electrical / mechanical equipment
  • Knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems
  • Planning and organisational skills
  • Reporting and communication skills
  • Flexibility to adapt to changing work environment
  • Experience of working with a safe system of work.
  • Demonstrate a good work ethic, be self-disciplined and proactive.
  • Individual to be enthusiastic and motivated to learn and develop within their role

Minimum Criteria

  • Educated to GCSE Level (A*-C grades in English and Maths) or equivalent
  • Ability to work on/offshore and at Height
  • Ability to use own initiative as well as work as part of a team
  • Highly organised and methodical approach to work
  • Commitment and enthusiasm for the role
  • Positive attitude: willingness to learn, proactive
  • Flexibility in working pattern / role
  • Ability to travel long distances in CTV in large sea states

What’s In It For You?

We believe it’s the little things we do in life that make a big difference. From helping you look after your family’s wellbeing, save for your future and 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.

That’s why our benefits include:

  • 36 days annual leave
  • Holiday purchase – perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave
  • Share Incentive and Share Save Schemes
  • Payroll giving and charity matched funding
  • Technology vouchers – spread the cost of your technology purposes
  • Count us in – pledge to reduce carbon emissions and help fight climate change
  • Electric Vehicle Loan Scheme
  • Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans
  • And options to purchase dental or health insurance, shopping and gym discounts, nudge financial wellbeing support, and many more

Mobility Information

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.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £38,000.00-£43,000.00 per year

Schedule:

  • 12 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

  • Yearly bonus

Work Location: In person

SPR – Balance of Plant Technician (4 days on - 4 days off)
ScottishPower

www.scottishpower.com
Glasgow, United Kingdom
Keith Anderson
Unknown / Non-Applicable
5001 to 10000 Employees
Company - Private
Energy & Utilities
1998
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