H100 Fife - Operations Maintenance Technician (E&I)

SGN; Methil; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK energy provider is looking for an experienced E&I Maintenance Technician for the H100 Hydrogen Production and Storage site in Fife. This full-time role involves ensuring safe operations, compliance with regulations, and continuous improvements. Candidates should have relevant experience in high-risk environments and a strong commitment to health and safety. Join an innovative team that values diverse backgrounds and perspectives.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Life assurance

HolidayPlus

Cycle2work Scheme

Qualifications

• Demonstratable experience as a Maintenance Technician in a high-risk manufacturing plant.
• Comfortable working alone and as part of a team.
• Committed and flexible with willingness to support project goals.

Responsibilities

• Perform fault finding and troubleshooting on plant and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee management of on-site spares and operating procedures.

Skills

E&I apprenticeship or equivalent experience

Experience with high-risk manufacturing plants

Health and safety ethos

Working with automated systems

Developing local site operating procedures

Full and valid UK driving licence

Comfortable working alone and in a team

Commitment and flexibility

Education

E&I apprenticeship

Tools

SCADA

CMMS

Job description

H100 Fife - Operations Maintenance Technician (E&I)

(Fixed-term Contract until December 2027)

Fife | £49.6k - £55.5k per annum (dependent on skills and qualifications) + shift allowance

Full-time | Site based

Competitive pension scheme – Enhanced maternity/paternity pay – Life assurance – HolidayPlus – Cycle2work Scheme & more

REQ4982

We are looking for an experienced Maintenance Technician with an E&I bias to come and join our established team. You will use your skill set to ensure the safe commissioning and maintenance of all plant and equipment for the H100 Hydrogen Production and Storage (P&S) site, whilst putting your ‘stamp’ on how this unique site is developed.

This role will report to the H100 Production Engineering Manager who oversees the delivery of all upstream aspects of H100 Fife Production & Storage site.

We deliver safety, warmth, and comfort to homes and businesses. Every role, whether in the office or on the front line, plays a key part in this mission. Here’s how you will contribute…

• Cover electrical, instrumentation and mechanical, fault finding, troubleshooting, repairs, and planned preventative maintenance, ensuring continuity of supply to our customers.
• Ensure that all legislative and regulatory requirements are met (SHE, DSEAR, COSHH, PSSR, SEPA etc) and that all planned preventative maintenance tasks and servicing are completed as per the schedule.
• In conjunction with the Process Operators, prepare plant and equipment for maintenance purposes, including safe isolation and reinstatement of plant (SIRP), issuing permits, and control of contractors.
• Lead and support improvements through CI initiatives and preventative actions.
• Oversee management of the on-site spares, ensuring that the store is well maintained and controlled.
• Create and continually improve site operating procedures and documentation.
• Play an integral role in the safe and successful commissioning of the H100 project and transition to steady-state operations.

What you will need

Essential

• E&I apprenticeship or demonstratable equivalent experience.
• Demonstratable experience as a Maintenance Technician (or equivalent) with in a high-risk manufacturing plant such as Oil & Gas, Chemical, Pharmaceutical, etc.
• Exceptional health and safety ethos.
• Highly competent in working with automated systems / SCADA / CMMS / EPTW
• Experience of writing, developing and implementing local site operating procedures (SOP’s).
• A full and valid UK driving licence.
• Comfortable working alone as well as a part of a team.
• Committed and flexible, with a willingness to undertake additional tasks to support the overall project goals.

Desirable

• Previous Hydrogen (or other gas) experience.
• Knowledge and understanding of the gas network/industry.
• 18th Edition and Compex 1-4
• Inspection & Testing – City & Guilds 2391
• HV switching / authorised person
• Commissioning and/or operational experience.
• Previous emergency response training.
• Contractor supervision and control of work, including issuing of permits, plant preparation, safe isolation & reinstatement of plant.
• Competent in working with PLC systems and general fault-finding on electrical circuits.
• Demonstratable experience of developing and supporting others, whether other engineers/technicians and/or site operators.

Not sure you meet every requirement?

Research shows some people – particularly women and those from underrepresented backgrounds – may hesitate to apply unless they meet every criteria. AtSGN, we value diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

If this role interests you but you’re not sure you tick every box, we’d still love to hear from you. You might be just who we’re looking for – now or in the future.

Why SGN?

SGN is a leader in pioneering research and development toward a net-zero energy system. Our cutting-edge technologies and innovative thinking are driving change in the gas industry, all whilekeeping people safe and warm.

About us |Benefits |Diversity and inclusion

If you require any accommodations or support during the application process, reach out to us. We're here to help ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for everyone.