BESS Operations Technician — Shift Specialist

Fidra Energy

Doncaster

On-site

GBP 32,000 - 42,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Fidra Energy in Doncaster is seeking an Operations Technician to support the safe, reliable operation of the Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Thorpe Marsh site during their shift. You will work under the Shift Team Leader, ensuring procedures, safety standards, and performance targets are met.

The role requires willingness to work shifts, including nights, weekends, and bank holidays, with on-site responses to emergencies.

Qualifications

Proven leadership or supervisory experience in a shift-based operational setting.
Strong understanding of electrical systems and safety procedures.
Experience with SCADA or control systems.
Ability to make decisions under pressure and manage incidents effectively.

Responsibilities

Monitor and operate the BESS plant via SCADA and control systems per dispatch instructions.
Carry out routine checks, inspections, and system status verification.
Respond to alarms, faults, and abnormal conditions, escalating where needed.
Assist in system start-up, shutdown, and switching operations.
Perform first-line maintenance and support planned/unplanned activities with engineering teams.
Log defects and work completed in maintenance systems accurately.
Support risk assessments, permit controls, and safe systems of work.
Maintain shift logs and clear handovers to incoming shifts.
Contribute to data collection for performance monitoring and reporting.
Work with Shift Team Leader and broader operations team; participate in toolbox talks and training.