Electrical Technician

BPA - British Pipeline Agency Limited; Coryton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

BPA - British Pipeline Agency Limited is seeking an Electrical Technician to maintain the integrity of electrical systems at their facilities. The role involves ensuring compliance, troubleshooting, and operational support, contributing to the efficient operation of the UK's hydrocarbon transport and storage systems.

Benefits

Generous pension (up to 12% employer contribution)

Annual bonus scheme (up to 12% of annual salary)

Life insurance (4x annual salary)

28 days holiday + 8 days bank holidays

Overtime pay 1.5x - 2x

Family friendly policies

Private Medical Insurance

Employee assistance support scheme

Qualifications

• Recognised professional qualification in a relevant electrical discipline.
• Hands-on experience in electrical maintenance and fault finding.
• Good communication skills and proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Ensure 98% plant availability targets are met.
• Join out-of-hours call-out roster for troubleshooting.
• Provide operational support and supervise contractors.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Fault finding

Communication

Education

NVQ level 3 or equivalent

Tools

Tools/Equipment

Job description

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About BPA:

At BPA, we are at the forefront of the hydrocarbon transport and storage industry, proudly owned 50/50 by BP and Shell—two of the world's leading oil majors. With around 180 dedicated professionals across the UK, we play a vital role in “Keeping the UK Moving 24/7/365” by operating a variety of onshore facilities and provide our renowned operational and engineering consultancy services worldwide. Our dedication to excellence is reflected in our lively membership in key industry bodies and our adherence to internationally accredited standards.

Our People:

What sets BPA apart is our people. Our clients choose us for our professionalism, capability, and depth of experience. With over a century of combined industry knowledge, our Leadership team is passionate about developing the potential of our staff. We invest heavily in ongoing training and development to ensure our teams not only have fulfilling careers but also deliver ‘best in class’ technical advice and services to our clients.

What will you be doing?

As a key player in our team, you'll be at the forefront of maintaining the integrity of our cutting-edge electrical systems. You’ll ensure compliance with both company and statutory requirements, answering swiftly to breakdowns and overseeing a robust maintenance and inspection system across our allocated plant and equipment locations. This role is crucial in keeping our COMAH Top Tier storage terminals and pipeline systems operating smoothly and efficiently.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintenance Master: You'll be the go-to expert, ensuring 98% plant availability targets are met across our COMAH Top and Lower Tier storage terminals and pipelines.
• 24/7 Troubleshooter: You'll join our out-of-hours call-out roster, ready to tackle troubleshooting and corrective maintenance (call out roster will vary by team size and operational requirements but will typically be 1 in 7 weeks).
• Operational Support: Provide operational support, from procurement of spare parts to ensuring the availability of critical equipment.
• Team Player: Supporting colleagues and supervising contractors, enforcing safe systems of work, and acting as a key member of company committees and working groups.

What You’ll Need:

• A recognised professional qualification in a relevant electrical discipline (NVQ level 3 or equivalent).
• Hands-on experience in electrical maintenance and fault finding
• Good communication skills and proficiency in English, both written and oral.
• A full and valid driving licence.
• Tools/Equipment and company van
• Generous pension (up to 12% employer contribution, 2% employee)
• Annual bonus scheme (up to 12% of annual salary)
• Life insurance (4x annual salary)
• 28 days holiday + 8 days bank holidays
• Overtime pay 1.5x - 2x
• Family friendly policies
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee assistance support scheme

Diversity & Inclusion

Research has shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet all requirements. At BPA, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. So, if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every detail in the job description, we encourage you to still apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

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  Full-time

Job function

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• Industries

  Oil and Gas

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