Electrical Engineer - CHP Power Station

Up to £45,000 + bonus + benefits

Middlesbrough

Introduction

We are currently recruiting for an Electrical Engineer to work across 2 Combined Heat & Power (CHP) plants in the North East of England near Middlesbrough. The Electrical Engineer will provide engineering, maintenance and operations support to the 2 CHP plants working alongside the Mechanical Engineer and O&M Manager.

What will I be doing?

Reporting to the Site / O&M Manager typical duties will include:

• Ensuring the effective implementation of plant asset management strategies to meet the sites long term commercial objectives
• Providing technical expertise and assistance to ensure the correct standard of engineering is applied to all aspects of operations, maintenance and engineering.
• Provide technical support and personnel development within the field of electrical/C&I engineering across the station.
• Directing and managing site technicians as well as remaining "hands on" when required
• Scheduling, planning and optimising all electrical maintenance activities in a safe and efficient manner
• Supervising and directing contractors.
• Working closely with the operations department to assess and review plant performance shortfalls and how these can be rectified

What experience does role require?

In order to be considered for this opportunity, it's important you meet certain criteria including:

• A relevant technical engineering qualification in electrical engineering or similar at HNC/ONC level
• Extensive knowledge and experience with a range of electrical plant including HV switchgear, transformers, motors, generators and variable speed drives etc
• Practical knowledge of process plant and equipment gained in a heavy process industry e.g. power generation, EFW, biomass, refining, pharmaceutical etc.
• Ideally experience of HV faults, diagnosis and remediation

A flexible approach to work is expected given the nature of the role e.g. call out and weekend work on occasions

What's in it for me?

The successful candidate will receive:

• A highly competitive basic salary up to £45,000
• A performance related bonus up to 5%
• Private healthcare
• A company pension

How do I apply?

To apply for this exciting opportunity simply send a copy of your up to date CV and covering letter to sutton@astutetechnical.co.uk or alternatively you can call 02392 288 215 and ask to speak with Steve

Astute Technical Recruitment Limited 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.