Details:
- Salary: £40 - Hour
- Job Type: Contract
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Hour
- Location: Plymouth Devon
- Date: 3 weeks ago
Description:
Job Title: EC&I Technician
Location: Langage Power Station, Plymouth PL7 5AW
Salary: £40ph LTD/CIS - no digs, local candidates only
Temporary Fixed Term 2 year contract (potential to extend).
Hours: 40 hours per week plus overtime as and when available
Site Based
Start Date: ASAP
Technical Partners are currently recruiting for an experienced EC&I Technician to join a leading organisation within the power generation sector. This is an excellent opportunity to secure a fixed-term contract working on a Combined Cycle Gas Turbine Power Plant, supporting the safe and efficient operation of critical plant systems.
This hands-on role focuses on maintaining and improving electrical, control, and instrumentation assets to ensure optimal performance, regulatory compliance, and minimal downtime. You will work closely with operations, engineering teams, and third-party contractors, contributing to both planned and reactive maintenance, as well as continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Production Team Leader, responsibilities will include:
* Investigating plant faults raised through SAP notifications
* Converting notifications into actionable work orders
* Completing scheduled maintenance tasks while adhering to strict health & safety standards
* Ensuring all tools and equipment are compliant and fit for purpose (PUWER, LOLER)
* Coordinating and supervising third-party contractors on site
* Identifying and implementing plant improvement opportunities
* Supporting outage planning and execution
* Responding to plant breakdowns as required
* Providing clear and timely progress updates
* Assisting in the development and mentoring of site apprentices
Skills, Knowledge & Experience
* Proven experience within power generation or a similar heavy industrial environment
* Experience working with 400v motors
* Strong background in maintenance and repair of industrial valves and pumps
* Competent IT skills (e.g. MS Office, SAP or similar systems)
* Proactive, flexible approach to work and continuous development
* Ability to adapt quickly in a dynamic operational environment
* Understanding of CCGT plant operations and core components
Qualifications
* Completion of a recognised apprenticeship or formal technical training
* HNC/ONC in an engineering discipline (or equivalent experience)
* Compex 01-04 (desireable)
About the Opportunity
This role sits within a well-established and growing energy organisation operating across the UK and Ireland, with a strong focus on flexible generation and supporting the transition to low-carbon energy. The business offers a dynamic working environment where individuals can contribute directly to operational performance and continuous improvement.
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