Senior Engineer in EC1
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Job Description
Astute Peoples Power team are working exclusively with Encompass Digital Media, a global technology provider who operate a relay station & power station located in the Ascension Islands.\n\nThis unique opportunity of Senior Engineer (Plant Manager) is responsible for the day to day operations & maintenance of the Islands Power Station. This remote generating station comprises of 5 diesel engines, five wind turbines, four reverse osmosis plants and 8 liquid storage tanks as well as associated LV / H plant, piping and distribution cables.\n\nIf you're interested and have the right skillset then please apply.\n\nResponsibilities and duties of the Senior Engineer role:\n As the Senior Engineer, reporting to the Station Manager you will be:\n\nEnsure the safe & efficient operation of all Power Station Assets comprising of High Voltage Diesel Generators, Wind Turbines, Reverse Osmosis plant, Water Storage Tanks, Fuel Storage Tanks and associated distribution network.\nOversee a continuous improvement programme through audits, coaching and mentoring.\nManage the supply of electricity and water to the Island, ensuring compliance with UK legislation, and monitor consumption to optimize efficiency and sustainability.\nMentor and develop staff in areas such as personal development, safe working practices, and time management. Manage holidays, sickness, disputes, and disciplinary matters while ensuring regular appraisals and the setting of SMART targets.\nDirect all operational and maintenance activities across the Island, serving as a key stakeholder in Island-wide decision-making.\nIdentify and implement improvements in operational processes (shift patterns, holiday rotas, running regimes, safety documentation, modifications) and maintenance systems (major overhauls, station outages, upgrades, methods of work, stock management, and document control).\n Professional qualifications\n We are looking for someone with the following:\n\nIdeally educated with a HNC / HND in an Electrical or Mechanical Engineering field - Electrical bias would be advantageous\nAt least five years management experience\nPrior working experience in a power station or similar heavy engineering process plant\nFamiliar with the operation and maintenance of large diesel engines, electrical generators and excitation systems, High Voltage switchgear and cables, water production and storage\nIOSH or NEBOSH qualified would be advantageous\nQualified as a HV SAP\n Personal skills\n The Senior Engineer role would suit someone who is:\n\nFamiliar with budgets & commercial decision making\nAble to act as an ambassador\nAble to support and coach staff at varying technical abilities\n Capable of living on a remote island with a lack of home comforts\n Salary and benefits of the Senior Engineer role\n\nCompetitive salary\nRelocation assistance\nFlights to & from the UK\nLiving allowances\nVehicle\nAccommodation provided\nFurther benefits available upon discussion\n INDPOW\n\nAstute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.
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