Power Stations Operations Graduate

Hunter Savage; Carrickfergus; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunter Savage is recruiting a Power Station Operations Graduate for a structured 2-3 year development programme across Kilroot and Ballylumford Power Stations in Northern Ireland. You will gain hands-on experience with turbines, generators and electrical systems while receiving formal training and mentoring.

We are seeking a recent Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering graduate with a strong safety mindset, analytical acumen and a proactive approach to learning.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2:1 BEng degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical or related discipline.
• Interest in power generation and industrial operations.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts after training period.
• No prior power generation experience required; comprehensive training provided.

Responsibilities

• Develop understanding of power station operations and electricity generation.
• Support safe operation of generating plant during start-up, load changes and shutdowns.
• Gain experience in control room and plant-based operations.
• Monitor plant performance and analyse operational data.
• Carry out routine plant inspections and equipment condition assessments.
• Support fault-finding across mechanical, electrical and process systems.
• Work with Operations, Maintenance and Engineering teams.
• Participate in outages, maintenance planning and engineering improvement projects.
• Contribute to operating procedures, risk assessments and technical documentation.
• Develop towards Low Voltage and Mechanical Authorised Person status.
• Contribute to safety and environmental compliance.

Skills

Analytical & problem-solving

Communication & teamwork

Proactive learning

Safety & operational excellence

Education

2:1 BEng Degree in Mechanical / Electrical / Chemical Engineering

Job description

Power Station Operations Graduate

Description

We are hiring for our client who is seeking a Power Station Operations Graduate to join their Operations teams across Kilroot and Ballylumford Power Stations.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering graduate to begin a long-term career within the power generation industry. The successful Power Station Operations Graduate will join a structured 2-3 year development programme combining hands-on operational experience with formal training, mentoring and technical development.

Working alongside experienced Engineers, Operations Technicians and Maintenance teams, you will gain exposure to gas turbines, steam turbines, generators, electrical systems and associated power station equipment, while progressing towards operational authorisations including Authorised Person and potentially Senior Authorised Person status.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Job

1. Structured 2-3 year graduate development programme

2. Hands-on experience across major power generation assets in Northern Ireland

3. Clear pathway towards Authorised Person and Senior Authorised Person status

The Role

As a Power Station Operations Graduate, you will:

• Develop a strong understanding of power station operations and electricity generation

• Support the safe operation of generating plant during start-up, load changes and shutdowns

• Gain experience within control room and plant-based operations

• Monitor plant performance and analyse operational data

• Carry out routine plant inspections and equipment condition assessments

• Support fault-finding and troubleshooting across mechanical, electrical and process systems

• Work closely with Operations, Maintenance and Engineering teams

• Participate in outages, maintenance planning and engineering improvement projects

• Support the preparation of operating procedures, risk assessments and technical documentation

• Develop towards Low Voltage and Mechanical Authorised Person status

• Contribute to safety, environmental compliance and continuous improvement

Following an initial training period of approximately six months on day shift, the role will move to a rotating 12-hour shift pattern covering days and nights.

The Person

We are looking for graduates who have:

• A minimum 2:1 BEng Degree, or are expecting to graduate with a 2:1, in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or a closely related discipline

• A genuine interest in power generation, energy systems and industrial operations

• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability

• Good communication and teamwork skills

• A proactive approach to learning and technical development

• A strong commitment to safety and operational excellence

• The willingness to work a rotating shift pattern following the initial training period

Previous industrial placement or internship experience would be beneficial but is not essential.

No previous power generation experience is required, with comprehensive training and mentoring provided.

The Reward

• Structured 2-3 year graduate development programme

• Extensive technical and operational training

• Exposure to some of Northern Ireland's largest electricity generating assets

• Development towards Authorised Person and Senior Authorised Person status

• Hands-on experience across Operations, Engineering and Maintenance

• Excellent long-term career development opportunities within the power generation industry

Salary details, where provided, are intended as a guide and may vary depending on experience and expertise.

We reserve the right to heighten shortlisting criteria dependent upon the calibre of response.