Operations & Maintenance Expert - Hot Molten Salt Tank Systems

Tec Group International; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy seeks a seasoned Operations & Maintenance Expert specializing in molten salt systems. This remote role involves analyzing operational data, assessing maintenance practices, and providing insights as part of a technical panel. Ideal candidates have over 15 years of relevant experience and strong analytical skills. Participation in site visits and expert meetings is required, with a focus on maintaining system integrity and reliability.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in operation and maintenance of hot molten salt tanks.
• In-depth understanding of molten salt chemistry and heat transfer.
• Strong analytical skills for reviewing technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent review of operations and maintenance practices.
• Analyze operational data and incident logs to identify issues.
• Prepare evidence-based technical reports and assessments.

Skills

Operational integrity analysis

Maintenance practices assessment

Technical documentation review

Corrosion and leakage assessment

Job description

Job Title:

Location:

Flexible / Global (Expert Panel Appointment - Remote with Site Visits as Required)

About the Engagement:

Our client seeks a seasoned Operations & Maintenance Expert with direct, hands-on experience in hot molten salt systems used in solar thermal or thermal energy storage plants. The appointment is part of a three-member expert panel tasked with determining technical issues related to alleged defects in molten salt storage tanks.

Role Overview:

The selected expert will provide specialist insight into the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of molten salt thermal storage systems, focusing particularly on tank performance, reliability, and lifecycle management. The expert will help assess operational practices, maintenance records, and system integrity to inform the panel's findings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct independent review of operations and maintenance practices for molten salt storage systems.
• Analyze operational data, incident logs, and maintenance history to identify possible causes of tank defects or failures.
• Evaluate operational integrity, temperature management, and maintenance regimes in relation to industry best practice.
• Assess failure modes, corrosion, leakage, and other degradation mechanisms associated with molten salt systems.
• Contribute to panel discussions and formulation of technical findings and recommendations.
• Participate in site visits, expert meetings, and deliberations under ICC rules.
• Prepare or support preparation of clear, evidence-based technical reports and opinions.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Extensive practical experience (typically 15+ years) in operation and maintenance of hot molten salt tanks or thermal energy storage systems.
• In-depth understanding of molten salt chemistry, heat transfer, and handling procedures at high temperature.
• Proven ability to diagnose operational issues, manage preventive and corrective maintenance, and ensure system reliability.
• Familiarity with safety, inspection, and monitoring protocols for high-temperature fluid systems.
• Strong written and analytical skills for reviewing technical documentation and preparing expert assessments.

Preferred Experience:

• Prior participation as a technical expert, advisor, or witness in engineering or industrial dispute resolution.
• Experience with solar thermal power plants or energy storage facilities utilizing molten salt.
• Professional registration or chartered engineering status preferred.

Personal Attributes:

• Recognized authority or senior practitioner in molten salt operations and maintenance.
• Objective, impartial, and detail-oriented approach.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills within multidisciplinary expert teams.

TEC Group International is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.