Senior O&M Technician - Scotland

Carbon60; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

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Carbon60 are seeking experienced mechanical or electrical O&M Technicians to join our client's team on a permanent basis, supporting current and upcoming Renewable Energy Projects in Scotland.

Role Details

Role - O&M Technician
Sector - Renewable Energy (Solar/BESS). Technicians from all backgrounds will be considered.
Location - Scotland (Perth & Edinburgh)
Start Date - ASAP
Salary - Negotiable depending on experience.
Given as standard - Company Vehicle, Tool Kit, PPE, Workwear, Phone & Laptop
Other benefits - £20 per day food allowance expense (Not taxed) & health insurance

Responsibilities:

• Actively participate in all O&M activities related to overall sites improvement and maintenance works
• Performing the Site Technician duties on site/ Manage and provide hands-on assistance with the delivery of maintenance activities
• Carry out scheduled Preventive maintenance activities and non-scheduled Corrective Maintenance activities
• Plan and oversee non-scheduled Corrective Maintenance activities
• Keeps records/logs of the scheduled/non-scheduled maintenance activities either performed by himself or other contractors. Prepare corrective and preventive maintenance reports upon completion
• Ensure compliance to company's rules.
• Maintain the Safe Systems of Work
• Ensure safety across the sites
• Ensure compliance of activities with local rules and regulations
• Assist in developing new maintenance procedures where necessary
• Identify resources/subcontractors to perform Maintenance activities if necessary
• As necessary, oversee activity of contractors to ensure smooth, reliable, effective and efficient implementation of any maintenance works undertaken in sites.
• Liaise with Operational management team and site operatives on day-to-day issues
• Respond in a timely manner to breakdowns/emergency fault situations
• Diagnose faults and Inspect work in progress and upon completion. Submit switching schedules in accordance with pre-agreed project programs.
• Promote a positive HS&E culture whilst recommending new initiatives for continuous improvement.
• Identify improvement of activities and training needs and give feedback of findings to senior managers and directors.
• Attend and actively contribute to the Health & Safety Initiatives.

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years of professional experience as field technician
• Eligibility to work in the UK
• UK Driver's License
• Willing to Travel
• IT Skills (Competent Microsoft Office User)
• Happy working Multiple Sites
• SMSTS, or IOSH or other equivalent & First Aider Certificate would be beneficial
• If electrically biased, you must be a qualified electrician with an 18th Edition Certificate