C and I Technician

Astute People’s Power Team are exclusively working with the South Clyde Energy Centre to recruit a full complement of Operations & Maintenance staff.

The plant, currently under construction, is capable of processing up to 350,000 tonnes of waste per year, producing power for up to 70,000 homes.

This new build Power Station is due to enter commercial operation by the end of 2026.

Now is an ideal time to join the power station as you’ll be involved in full plant commissioning, training & mobilisation.

We are looking for a Control & Instrumentation Technician to join the Maintenance Team on this brand new facility.

As the C&I Technician you’ll be responsible for carrying out preventative and corrective maintenance across a variety of critical plant.

If you have the relevant experience (please see below) and are looking for a rewarding role in the Power sector, then please apply.

Responsibilities and duties:

As the Control & Instrument Technician you will be responsible for:

Fault finding, installing, maintaining and testing all control equipment as directed by the C&I Engineer
Calibrations and loop checking of instruments
Maintaining the continuous emission monitoring systems (CEMS)
Assist in the development of plant modification and improvement work
Maintaining accurate maintenance records using the site CMMS
Supervising and directing on site contractors when required
Assist in outage planning and coordination
Recommending plant spares to the C&I Engineer
Ensuring strict HSE compliance

Professional qualifications:

We are looking for someone with the following:

A recognised qualification in electrical / electronic engineering at Level 3 (C&G, ONC, NVQ, SVQ) level or higher; other qualifications below this will be considered with extensive experience
Ideally qualified with an IOSH or equivalent with an appreciation of workplace Health & Safety including knowledge of Safe Systems of Work, LOTO, Isolations, SOP’s, RAMS would also be considered.
Recognised Control & Instrumentation / Automation Apprenticeship

Personal skills:

The Control & Instrument Technician would suit someone with:

At least years maintenance experience with a range of equipment including DCS & PLC systems, Instrumentation (maintenance and calibration) which includes; Flow, Level, Pressure etc
Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of CEMS (Continuous Emissions Monitoring equipment) and Environmental Permits
Practical knowledge of process plant and equipment gained in an industry such as Power Generation, Petrochemical or Oil & Gas etc.
Experience in leading a team of technicians in daily maintenance practices and procedures
Involvement in plant mobilisation and commissioning is desirable but not essential

Salary and benefits of the Control & Instrument Technician role:

To apply for this C and I Technician opportunity, please complete the form below. Alternatively, send a copy of your up-to-date CV to dgrosvenor@astutepeople.co.uk or call 02392288286 to speak to Dan Grosvenor who can tell you more. You can also connect with Dan on LinkedIn to view other jobs they are recruiting. View current job vacancies Astute People is recruiting.

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