Astute's Power team is exclusively partnering with Seabank Power Ltd to recruit two Operation Technicians for its Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (CCGT) power station in Bristol.

The Operations Technician roles come with a starting salary of £49,881, rising to £59,881 following a successful probationary period. Additional benefits include a shift allowance, OT at 1.5x, private medical, annual bonus, pension contribution and more.

If you're an experienced Operations Technician and are looking to work for an organisation that offers a professional and friendly working environment, an on-going training and development program and a performance culture that encourages success then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Operations Technician role

Reporting to the Operations Manager you will:

Be part of a shift team that operates a CCGT power station using a DCS system
Ensure the plant is operated safely, efficiently, and with due regard to the environment
Operate the day-to-day interfaces between Seabank Power Limited, its customers, and National Grid
Carry out routine operational checks, first line fault finding and troubleshooting to ensure plant availability is maintained
Prepare plant for maintenance, including the implementation of Seabank Safety Rules
Help to implement the SPL emergency procedures

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

Have previous experience performing the role or its equivalent
Have a recognised engineering qualification, ideally through an apprenticeship
Have an understanding of CCGT power station plant or similar Process Technology
Be computer literate with a good operational knowledge of DCS systems

Personal skills

The Operations Technician role would suit someone who can:

Demonstrate an ability to self-motivate and contribute to the overall management and continued improvement of Seabank
Work flexibly and on their own initiative
Make technical decisions based on available information
Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills
Demonstrate a sound engineering approach

Salary and benefits of the Operations Technician role

Starting salary of £49,881, rising to £59,881 following a successful probationary period
Shift allowance
Overtime at 1.5x
Private medical insurance
Bonus opportunity
Pension contribution Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful