Control Systems Technician

National Grid plc; Rochester; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Controls System Technician, where your expertise will help ensure the safe operation of the largest LNG terminal in Europe. This role involves maintaining and optimizing control systems, collaborating with various teams, and adhering to safety guidelines. With a competitive salary and a supportive environment, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the clean energy transition while developing your skills in a dynamic industry. If you have a passion for innovation and a commitment to safety, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Annual performance bonus

26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Generous contributory pension scheme

Market supplement of £5,500 per annum

Qualifications

• Experience with field control and instrumentation.
• Understanding of Cyber Security for Industrial Automated Control Systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safe and reliable operation of control systems.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to maximize efficiency.
• Maintain accurate data recording for KPIs.

Skills

Fault-finding

Customer-oriented

Innovative and forward-thinking

Knowledge of ICSS

Understanding of industry standards

Education

Post-apprenticeship control systems experience

Tools

SCADA

DCS systems

Programmable Emergency Shutdown

Job description

Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content Link

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:

National Grid Grain LNG is a significant part of the UK’s energy infrastructure. It’s the largest liquefied natural gas terminal in Europe and the eighth largest worldwide, delivering up to 25% of the UK's natural gas.

We’re investing in transformative engineering and cutting-edge technology to accelerate the clean energy transition. To achieve this, we need passionate and capable people to solve the big questions of tomorrow and shape a clean, fair, and affordable energy future.

We are currently recruiting for a Controls System Technician onsite at Grain to ensure the safe and reliable operation of Grain LNG’s assets through efficient maintenance of the terminal control and safety systems, including all aspects of operation, modification, and maintenance activities.

As a Controls System Technician, you will be responsible for the safe and timely completion of duties related to Control System equipment, including maintenance, fault investigation, equipment repair, modification, delivery of minor operational projects, and assistance with commissioning activities, to ensure safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

If you have experience and understanding of process control and functional safety, we would love to hear from you!

The role is based onsite at Grain (Kent). Due to the location, you must be able to drive there and hold a full, clean license.

Key Accountabilities

• Collaborate with Process, Commercial operations, key stakeholders, and contracting partners to maximize efficiency through the delivery of the annual plan.
• Identify and address training needs within your area to ensure competence and flexibility to meet current and future workload requirements.
• Maintain accurate data recording to support management and regulatory reporting of KPIs.
• Keep detailed records of system changes.
• Ensure the availability and reliability of all safety and process-critical systems.
• Participate in standby cover and emergency response readiness to meet the terminal’s EIMS requirements.
• Supervise contract personnel undertaking project or maintenance work.
• Complete work independently, including in remote locations within the site boundary.
• Adhere to the terminal’s safety guidelines, including the 'Golden Rules', and complete appropriate documentation (MoC, NRO, PTW, etc.).

About you

We seek individuals who are current or potential experts in their field, with qualities such as:

• Innovative and forward-thinking with a good understanding of gas installation plant and process machinery.
• Customer-oriented with strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in fault-finding.
• Experience with field control and instrumentation.
• Knowledge of ICSS, Stand Alone PLCs, SCADA, and DCS systems.
• Familiarity with Safety Systems, Programmable Emergency Shutdown, HIPPS, and Fire & Gas detection systems.
• Understanding of industry standards including COMAH, ATEX, DSEAR, EMMUA 191, BS EN 61508, BS EN 61511, and UKAS.
• Basics of Cyber Security for Industrial Automated Control Systems (IACS).
• Post-apprenticeship control systems experience in pharmaceutical or petrochemical environments is advantageous.
• Experience with project development and delivery within the IACS environment is a plus.

What you'll get

• A competitive salary of £43,000 to £53,000, depending on capability.
• Market supplement of £5,500 per annum (paid monthly).
• Annual performance bonus.
• 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Option to buy additional or sell holiday days.
• Generous contributory pension scheme with company matching contributions up to 12%.

About us

National Grid Ventures manages a diverse portfolio of energy businesses delivering competitive products and services across the UK and US. We focus on the long-distance transport of renewable energy, electricity interconnectors, and LNG storage, striving to make energy reliable, clean, and affordable.

More Information

This role closes on 8th May 2025 at 23:59. We encourage early applications, as the closing date may vary.

At National Grid, we uphold high standards and support our employees' development. We value diversity and offer flexible and tailored support, both at home and in the office.