Job Description

The Operations Technician is responsible for a safe and efficient operation of the Power Station, according to the Grid Company demands and the contract with the Customer, taking emergency action, where necessary. The Operator must ensure familiarity with all aspects of Turbine and Balance of Plant Operation, act as front line maintenance and assist the Team Leader with releasing plant for Maintenance. The Operator will be working in the field, Permit Office, and the Central Control Room.

As Operator you report to the Operations Shift Leader and:

• To operate and monitor the Distributed Control System, HMI, Continuous Emissions Monitoring, and all other control room and station control systems in order to maintain the safe and efficient operation of the plant and process.
• Ensure compliance with all site Quality Procedures, Work Instructions and EHS Policy and Procedures
• Ensure Station operates within customers PPA limits.
• Understand and respond to variances in normal station operating parameters and take necessary corrective actions in order to maintain safe operation of the station from the control room or in the field.
• Monitor plant and process to ensure that operation is in accordance with all relevant Operating Procedures
• Perform operations monitoring rounds in the field and support the maintenance of the equipment with routine interventions.
• Monitor and follow all generating profiles as dispatched via the grid control centre and follow all (National) grid control centre instructions.
• Report items beyond the scope and capabilities of shift personnel to Shift Supervisor
• Maintain and update all routines, schedules and reports with relevant plant operating data.
• Report unsafe conditions, events and hazards to the Shift Supervisor
• Assist in routine testing of plant and equipment.
• Report equipment deficiencies and record required information into the computerized maintenance management system to direct repairs.
• Follow Operating Procedures and work instructions when carrying out any activity and report any deficiencies when identified.
• Once sufficiently competent and trained, assist with application of LOTO for Permit to Work generation.

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Practical Engineer (Electrical or Mechanical), Relevant trade or significant relevant experience.
• Fluent in the local language and in English (both verbal and written)
• Able to learn fast and work independently.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and teamwork
• Ability to work under pressure and make critical decisions when needed.
• Willingness to work in hour shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays. **Must be eligible to work in Ireland**

Desirable

• Experience as an Operator in a Power Station or Industrial Facility.
• Excellent interpersonal skills able to communicate in a friendly, open, and constructive manner.
• Highly organized
• Responsive and pro-active
• Flexible and calm
• Detail conscious
• Operating Distributed Control Systems & HMI
• Plant water chemistry knowledge
• Previous power generation or continuous process experience

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No