Technician - Plant Centre

National Grid; Selston CP; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK energy company in Selston CP seeks an Electrical Engineer to program and commission essential equipment while supporting training initiatives. You will need City & Guilds Level 2 in Electrical Engineering and strong communication skills. Enjoy 26 days paid leave, a contributory pension scheme, and private healthcare, among other benefits.

Benefits

26 days paid leave plus 8 bank holidays

Competitive contributory pension scheme

Annual Share Save plan

Contributory private healthcare

Employee Assistance Programme

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Minimum of City & Guilds 2339 Level 2 or equivalent in Electrical Engineering.
• Ability to work on own initiative and make decisions under pressure.
• Good communication skills and flexible attitude.

Responsibilities

• Program and commission various electrical equipment.
• Assist with queries from external suppliers and technical departments.
• Take part in training staff and apprentices.

Skills

Programming and commissioning RTUs

Protection and detection settings application

Effective communication

Training staff and apprentices

Interpreting technical procedures

Education

Grade A-C/4-9 GCSE in English and Maths or Functional Skills Level 2

City & Guilds 2339 Level 2 or equivalent in Electrical Engineering

Job description

• Demonstrate a full understanding of and ability to program and commission the T300/Gemini RTU's in addition to any approved remote-control equipment that is developed in the future.
• Demonstrate a full understanding of and ability to program and commission the RL27 & RL38 pole mounted switch inclusive of the application of detection settings to the F.P.I & sectionaliser options.
• Demonstrate a full understanding of and ability to program and commission the Nulec U series auto-re-closers inclusive of the application of protection settings.
• Demonstrate a full understanding of secondary switchgear protection relays such as Sepam S40, VIP 400 and Fanox in addition to any developed and approved in future.
• Demonstrate a full understanding of the maintenance and workshop commissioning of Voltage Regulators and CL7 controllers.
• Be able to interpret and apply protection and detection settings to the full range of equipment supplied to NGED (National Grid Electricity Distribution) including CCP's (Connection Control Panels).
• Communicate effectively and be able to assist with queries from external suppliers and other departments across NGED including Network Design, Policy, Telecoms and Operations i.e. Planners, Technicians and Engineering Specialists.
• Take an active part in training of staff and apprentices as required.

• Demonstrate working knowledge of all ST's relating to the Midlands Plant Centre procedures.

  You are required to have grade A-C/4-9 GCSE in English and Maths or Functional Skills Level 2 qualification in both subjects.

In addition, you must hold a minimum of City & Guilds 2339 Level 2 or equivalent Level 2 qualification in Electrical Engineering and if not already attained will be required to undertake Level 3. You must be able to work on own initiative as part of a small team and be capable of making on the spot decisions as required. You will need good communications skills, a flexible attitude and be able to cope in pressured situations often working to tight deadlines.

We're National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED), the owner and operator behind the electricity distribution systems for the Midlands, the Southwest of England and South Wales. Serving communities of more than 8 million people, our teams deliver heat, light and power for homes and businesses. National Grid employs over 29,000 people worldwide. We are building an inclusive workplace, a place to actively celebrate the cultures, personalities and preferences of our colleagues – who in turn help to build the success of our business and reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Our vision is to be at the heart of a clean, fair and affordable energy future and we are doing this in a fast-moving industry with an increasing focus on tackling climate change, exploring new energy sources that are renewable, low carbon, and improve efficiency to meet demand.

Joining the UK's leading electricity distribution business means plenty of career opportunities and well-deserved recognition. We reward hard work and encourage ambition.

So, as well as a competitive salary, you will also benefit from:

• 26 days paid leave plus 8 bank holidays, up to 28 days with continuous service
• Competitive contributory pension scheme (we double match your contributions up to a maximum of 12%)
• Annual Share Save plan
• Contributory private healthcare scheme for you and your family
• Support via our Employee Assistance Programme, including musculoskeletal and physiotherapy services
• Free on-site parking at all our main sites