Support Technician
- Maidstone, Kent
- Permanent
- Full-time
Responsibilities and duties:
As a Support Operator, you will be responsible for:
- Assisting in the safe and efficient operation of the plant, complying with environmental regulations at all times
- Performing plant walk rounds to monitor and test all outside plant equipment. This including steam turbines, boilers, pumps, water treatment plant and more
- Identifying issues and defects in the operation of the plant performing first line maintenance duties when required
- Operating overhead cranes, forklift trucks and other mobile plant when required
We are looking for someone with the following:
- An engineering qualification such as ONC / HNC / NVQ / City & Guilds is desirable. However, consideration will be given to candidates able to demonstrate an equivalent level of practical experience
- Ideally qualified with an IOSH or similar Health & Safety certificate
The Support Operator role would suit someone who has:
- Able to demonstrate excellent written & verbal communication skills
- At least 3 years’ experience in process plant operations. This could be from a power station, refinery or a petrochemical facility. Royal Navy marine engineers will also be considered.
- A solid understanding of health & safety in an engineering environment
What’s on offer for this exciting role:
- Highly competitive salary
- Bonus opportunity
- Opportunity to join a large power station
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