HGV Technician / HGV Mechanic / HGV Fitter

GE Vernova; Bracklesham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A major energy service provider in Bracklesham is seeking a Mechanic – Steam and Gas to install, maintain, and repair heavy rotating machinery in power generation. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in a technical field and several years of experience, particularly with steam turbines. Responsibilities include reading blueprints, performing electrical and mechanical maintenance, and ensuring effective operation of equipment. The ideal candidate must possess strong skills in machinery upkeep and be willing to travel extensively while working independently or as part of a team.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a Construction/installation site, preferably in the power plant or Oil & Gas industry.
• Experience in steam turbines and major maintenance procedures.
• Must have Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and technical documentation to determine work procedures.
• Install machinery and equipment according to layout plans and blueprints.
• Perform mechanical and electrical maintenance and repairs.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Welding

Rigging

Blueprint reading

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a technical subject

Tools

Hand tools

Precision measuring equipment

Job description

Mechanic – Steam and Gas

Services team, FieldCore installs, maintains and upgrades power generation equipment, enabling operators of the world's energy infrastructure to provide more reliable and affordable energy. Job Summary The primary responsibility of the Mechanic - Steam and Gas - is to safely accomplish the installation, maintenance and repair of the heavy rotating machinery used mainly in power generation applications. Turbine Mechanics work closely with Supervisors, EHS personnel, and the Operations Department to achieve these goals. You may be assigned other duties to help proactively drive our FieldCore vision and align with our organization's core values.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints, schematic drawings and technical documentation to determine proper work procedures.
• Install machinery and equipment according to layout plans, blueprints and other drawings in industrial establishments.
• Dismantle and assemble machinery and equipment using a variety of hand, power, pneumatic and hydraulic tools.
• Perform mechanical and electrical maintenance and repairs on power tools, hand tools and training equipment.
• Move machinery and equipment using hoists, cranes, chain falls and trucks.
• Align machinery and equipment using hoists, squares, rules, micrometers, plumb bobs, dial indicators and/or laser alignment equipment.
• Perform machining and welding operations for making various parts for lab and shop training equipment.
• Perform material and machine inspections using precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, rules, calipers, protractors, and torque wrenches.
• Responsible for shipping and receiving all major pieces for T&DC, plus all shipping, receiving, inventory, and control of tools, equipment and supplies.
• Determine equipment specifications and prepare parts lists for purchasing, consisting of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic devices as needed to complete assigned projects.
• Load, transport, and unload materials, tools, equipment and supplies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Travel extensively (internationally and domestically).
• Ability and willingness to work holidays, weekends and overtime as required by field assignments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a technical subject or equivalent +3 years of experience at a Construction/installation site, preferably in the power plant or Oil & Gas industry including various pumps, motors, fans, generators, and turbines.
• Experience in steam turbines and major maintenance procedures.
• Have bolting and rigging certifications as desired.
• Must have Driver's License.
• Must possess minimum required hand tools.

Desired Characteristics

• Experienced level. Has successfully performed all requirements of the job multiple times.
• Possess strong skills and applies the fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of a particular field of specialization.
• Attended product specific training to take, record and evaluate critical clearances, carry out alignments, change Turbine Buckets, etc. Has basic knowledge of English as per grade A2 of the European CEFR.
• Diverse mechanical and electrical skills (welding, pipe‑fitting, electrical construction, analog and digital circuits).
• Technical knowledge of equipment and tooling, plus an ability to instruct and direct inexperienced personnel. Position also responsible for shipping and receiving.
• Ability to instruct and direct inexperienced personnel and read and interpret drawings.
• Solid background in turbine‑generator equipment, as well as auxiliary sub‑systems.
• Projects are associated with the interfacing of turbine auxiliary equipment sub‑systems with turbine‑generator control systems.
• Flexible and self‑reliant attitude are necessary since much of the work is done on a self‑directed basis, ability to work with minimum supervision is necessary.
• Functional expertise with all the equipment and tools.
• Ability to turn conceptual designs into completed projects, including doing all necessary work, such as specifying electrical devices, conduit, cable, pipe, and necessary hardware to complete the project.
• Must work well both independently and in a team environment.

About us

We are a busy local independent garage and are looking to recruit a new member of staff to work along side our existing team of technicians. The ideal candidate for this position should have experience with the maintenance and repair of vehicles.