Terminal Technician (Electrical)

National Grid plc; Rochester; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company responsible for a significant LNG terminal as an Electrical Terminal Technician. This role focuses on maintaining electrical assets for safety and efficiency, providing exceptional training and opportunities for career growth, and contributing to the UK's energy infrastructure.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Shift allowance of 13.5%

Standby allowance for on-call weeks

26 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Financial support for professional development

Qualifications

• Wide range of practical ability and understanding of Electrical systems.
• Experience in electrical protection testing and commissioning desirable.
• Ability to digest electrical schematic diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high pressure, cryogenic plant and equipment.
• Monitor contractors and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Lead technical standby cover and emergency response readiness.

Skills

Knowledge of Electrical systems

Electrical protection testing

Resource management

Education

HNC/Degree in Engineering Discipline

NEBOSH or IOSH Certification

COMPEX or HV Operations Course

Job description

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This is an exciting opportunity to join an expanding terminal, which is of strategic national importance to UK energy infrastructure and security of supply. We're the largest terminal in Europe and eighth largest in the world by tank capacity with a site that spans over 600 acres in total.

As an Electrical Terminal Technician, you'll ensure the continued safe and reliable operation of Grain LNG’s Electrical assets through the efficient maintenance and operation of those assets. You'll also support and provide assistance in ensuring the effective day-to-day utilisation of resources and prioritisation of work within the tasks and projects allocated. This operation and maintenance allows the terminal to meet its requirements under the COMAH regulation.

In this role you’ll experience high-profile, high-impact projects while being supported by comprehensive training and development opportunities. You’ll play an active part in our exceptional engineering and contribute to building a more secure and sustainable future for energy.

What you'll do

• Undertake a range of duties on high pressure, cryogenic plant and equipment as required including maintenance, plant operation, site delivery of projects, commissioning, complex fault investigation, to ensure optimum efficiency, cost effectiveness, and safety as appropriate.
• Monitor contractors within their discipline or plant area ensuring the service they provide is delivered safely, on time, within agreed budgets and to appropriate levels of performance.
• Provide technical standby cover by means of rota and ensure emergency response readiness is in place to meet the requirement of EIMS.
• Be proactive in all aspects of the work programme or site operation communicating with the LNG Terminal Engineers and Assistant Engineers to enable the work programme or site operation to stay on track and be updated to maintain targets as necessary.
• Be responsible for electrical isolations prior to the safe setting to work from the permit team and carryout the role of site contact under the terminal permit system.
• Keep up to date with all site maintenance and operational records of all work activities and operations undertaken.
• Be a part of and support the construction and commissioning of new assets within the terminal identifying the requirement to replace/upgrade existing plant and equipment as well as participating in the design of minor modifications, and the provision of technical support.
• Contribute to the development, review and update of emergency, security, safety, operational and environmental plans and procedures to ensure safe and cost-effective operation of plant and equipment.

About you

What we do isn’t just important – it’s essential. That’s why we look to train and recruit current – or potential – experts in their field. In this case, we’re looking for someone who has:

• A wide range of practical ability, knowledge and understanding of Electrical systems, encompassing switchgear, transformers, generators and motors.
• In-depth knowledge of electrical systems ranging from 24v up to 11kV.
• Experience in electrical protection testing and commissioning would be desirable
• Competence in writing and understanding ISSOW safety documentation.
• The ability to understand and digest electrical schematic diagrams.
• Technical process and engineering knowledge relating to the safety aspects of a top tier COMAH site.
• Environmental knowledge in respect of day-to-day duties, together with proven ability to respond to emergency situations.
• Effective planning, resource management, communication and supervisory skills to achieve efficient completion of tasks.
• Efficiency at managing contractors and communicating with suppliers.
• HNC/Degree in an Engineering Discipline (or willingness to work towards this, with our support),NEBOSH or IOSH, COMPEX, or HV Operations Course.

What you'll get

• A competitive salary of £43,315-56,055 per annum dependent on capability.
• Established market supplement of £5,000 per annum.
• Shift allowance of 13.5%.
• Standby allowance of£432 per week of cover. This would be approximately£5616 per annum – as you can expect to be on-call for around 13 weeks of the year.
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• The option to buy additional or sell holiday days.
• Generous contributory pension scheme - we will double-match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%.
• Financial support to help cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions, course fees, books, exam fees and time off for study leave – so long as it’s relevant to your role.
• Access to flexible benefits such as a share incentive plan, salary sacrifice car and technology schemes, support via employee assistance lines and matched charity giving to name a few.
• Family care benefits including a back-up care service for when your usual care arrangements fall through (six paid days each year as standard with the option to purchase further days).
• Access to apps that support health, fitness and wellbeing.

About us

Grain LNG is the gateway connecting worldwide LNG to the European energy market, making a genuine difference to people's lives. Find out all about our cutting-edge operations – showcasing our leadership in powering the future – and why Grain LNG is at the forefront of energy as we move towards net zero.

At Grain LNG, we don’t just ask our people to deliver to the highest standards. We also support them to be the best they can be. Accredited training programmes and personal development courses are a part of life here. So join us, and bring energy to life.

More Information

This role closes on 9th July 23.59, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary.