Power Plant Operations & Maintenance Technician

RWE AG; Gorleston-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Structured training

Hands-on experience

Career progression

Wellbeing benefits

Job summary

RWE Generation UK is seeking an engineer or technician to contribute to day-to-day Operational and Maintenance requirements at our power station. You will operate the plant both locally and from the control room, carry out routines, diagnose faults and support plant shutdowns and recommissioning.

The role offers hands-on experience with modern equipment, opportunities for career development, and a safety-focused, collaborative environment within a trusted energy company.

Qualifications

• Engineering/operations background or craft skill in electrical, mechanical or C&I disciplines.
• HNC/ONC or equivalent.
• Experience with operations and/or maintenance in power plants.
• Good IT literacy including MS Office and a Maintenance Management System.

Responsibilities

• Operate the plant locally and from the control room to maximise safe, reliable performance.
• Carry out plant routines, fault diagnosis and breakdown recovery.
• Perform shift-based operational duties as required.
• Support shutdowns, recommissioning and maintenance activities with Engineering & Outage teams.

Skills

Operations & maintenance

Interpersonal skills

IT systems familiarity

Education

HNC/ONC or equivalent in engineering/related

Tools

Microsoft Office

Maintenance Management System

Job description

RWE Generation UK is seeking an engineer or technician to contribute to day-to-day Operational and Maintenance requirements at our power station. You will operate the plant both locally and from the control room, carry out routines, diagnose faults and support plant shutdowns and recommissioning.

The role offers hands-on experience with modern equipment, opportunities for career development, and a safety-focused, collaborative environment within a trusted energy company.