Electrical Generation Engineer
We are looking for an Electrical Generation Engineer to join an industry leader in the renewables space. If this sounds of interest, please apply now or reach out directly on 0161 537 8873.
£45,000 - £50,000 PA
About the Company:
The aim of the Company is to develop a successful, sustainable, and profitable business based on energy storage, solar and gas utilisation. The company is looking for safe, clean, and well-run sites, which meet the budgetary and performance targets.
About the Role:
Responsible for overseeing the design, operation, and performance of electrical power generation systems. This role involves ensuring the efficient and reliable production of electricity, monitoring system performance, and supporting the integration of generation assets into the electrical grid. You will also play a key role in troubleshooting, optimizing system outputs, and ensuring compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and environmental guidelines.
Key Responsibilities:
- Utilisation, compliance and improvement of the company’s operations and maintenance procedures, manuals, record keeping and stock control systems
- Day to day operations and maintenance including (but not limited to); fault diagnosis, service, modification, replacement, and rectification
- Interrogate and decipher programme logic or signal faults to resolve control and sequence shortfall.
- Development and supervision of operations staff with the intention of increasing direct responsibility (where this is cost effective) for all aspects of Electrics and Control.
- Maintain progress on all electrical works to ensure works are carried out in a safe, timely, and efficient manner
- Coordinate the company NICEIC accreditation.
- Coordinate the Fire and Gas testing of all units and sites in accordance with current regulations.
- Develop fault finding, control and replacement manuals for electrical equipment in conjunction with the Electrical Engineering Manager
- Delivery of fully commissioned and tested gas peaker projects into the Operations phase (in conjunction with the Project Dept)
- Develop, enhance, and deliver electrical/technical related training courses in conjunction other departments
- Quality control and fault reporting of new plant and equipment
- Supervise and or undertake all necessary installation and, commissioning tests and ensure that records are accurate and retained
- Ensure all work and practices are carried out in accordance with current H&S legislation and the company H&S policy and procedures
Skills and Expertise:
- Extensive knowledge and experience of Electrical maintenance, Control Systems, and Commissioning
- Experience with CHP, Solar systems development, and commissioning
- Gas Engine Control and Commissioning (CAT, Perkins, MAN, MWM, MTU, Merc, Scania, etc)
- Experience with electric/electronic controls 12v DC to 415v AC 3ø
- Control Panel Upgrade
- Fault location, diagnosis, and rectification of systems, PLC and logic
- Gassafe Accreditation (or ability to complete within probation) preferred not essential
- 18th Edition and EIT 2391:52 preferred not essential
- HV AP/SAP
- Current Legislation
- Computer Literate
- Hold full UK driver licence and passport
Benefits: Yearly pay review Yearly performance related bonus scheme Pension with Standard Life Subsidised BUPA scheme Extra annual leave option (to buy or sell up to 5 days) 2 extra days after 3 years service Birthday leave Health cash plan which covers Optical, Dental etc Company Sick Pay Company maternity, paternity and adoption pay Discounts scheme Refer a friend Suggestion scheme Death in service 4x salary EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) Mental Health Awareness Charity Work Social Committee for Company Events
About Nova
At Nova Recruitment, we hold a wealth of experience and trade knowledge. We utilise expert search strategies and established industry connections to offer the best support for you and your business. Based in the heart of Manchester, we operate across the whole of the UK sourcing professionals across various sectors.