Electrical Engineer (Site based)
- Location:
-
North West
- Sector:
- Other
- Job Type:
- Contract
- Salary:
- Market related
- Reference:
- 088753
Role
Are you an Electrical Engineer looking for a new role? If so please get in touch to discuss a Site based role we are currently recruiting for in Northwich. Inside IR35 and 6 Month contract.
Our Client has a requirement for a Electrical Engineer, who will be required to work on a contract basis in Northwich.
Role Purpose:
A rare opportunity to work for an innovative organisation in the heart of Cheshire, within a small, high-performing Engineering and Maintenance team. The Stublach Site is the largest onshore natural gas storage asset in the UK, with the company having expansion ambitions in new business areas.
Our Client are seeking an Electrical Engineer, with a strong operational background within the major accident hazard environment; oil, gas, chemicals, power etc.
Job Role Responsibilities:
- Manage and further develop all aspects of the Client’s electrical asset management, ensuring the company is following all statutory and best practice guidance
- Manage electrical contractors whilst on site
- Plan and provide operational support for electrical maintenance to close out plant defects
- Further develop and monitor for effectiveness the preventive maintenance routines
- Generate Scope of Work documents for tender. Develop the contracting strategy, contractor selection and perform regular contractor performance monitoring
- Plan the electrical aspects of plant outages
- Communicate effectively with the Regulator and Key Stakeholders
- Lead on site modification (MoC) relating to electrical systems, acting as the Technical Safety Assessment leader when required - Ensure that modifications satisfy all statutory and best practice requirements (IEC, ATEX, DSEAR, BS etc.)
- Develop continuous improvement CAPEX requests for planning and delivery
Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications:
- 5 years' experience in the oil and gas, or process industries. Preferably in a site based Electrical Engineering role, but open to general electrical experienced Engineers with a willingness to further develop into this role
- Bachelor's degree, or higher, in Electrical Engineering - essential
- High Voltage authorisation
- High level of attention to detail - essential for this role
- Responsible, proactive and self-motivated with a 'can-do' attitude; able to work with a high level of autonomy
- Contract Management experience - with a high level of commercial awareness
- Project Management experience, ability to plan and deliver CAPEX in a live plant environment
- Knowledge and practical experience of Hazardous Areas, HV & LV distribution, motors, VSD's, large drives, switchgear and UPS
- NEBOSH General Certificate desirable
Company information
At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates.
We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for Electrical Engineer looking for new employment.
As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.
