Job Description SummaryThe Operations Technician is responsible for a safe and efficient operation of the Power Station, according to the Grid Company demands and the contract with the Customer, taking emergency action, where necessary. The Operator will be working in the field and the control room.

Job Description

As Operator you report to the Operations Shift Leader and:

To operate and monitor the, Distributed Control System, HMI, Continuous Emissions Monitoring, and all other control room and station control systems in order to maintain the safe and efficient operation of the plant and processEnsure compliance with all site Quality Procedures, Work Instructions and EHS Policy and ProceduresEnsure Station operates within customers PPA limitsUnderstand and respond to variances in normal station operating parameters and take necessary corrective actions in order to maintain safe operation of the station from the control room or in the fieldMonitor plant and process to ensure that operation is in accordance with all relevant Operating ProceduresPerform operations monitoring rounds in the field and support the maintenance of the equipment with routine interventionsMonitor and follow all generating profiles as dispatched via the grid control center, and follow all (National) grid control center instructionsReport items beyond the scope and capabilities of shift personnel to Shift SupervisorMaintain and update all routines, schedules and reports with relevant plant operating dataReport unsafe conditions, events and hazards to the Shift SupervisorAssist in routine testing of plant and equipmentReport equipment deficiencies and record required information into the computerized maintenance management system to direct repairsFollow Operating Procedures and work instructions when carrying out any activity and report any deficiencies when identified

Qualifications / Requirements:

Practical Engineer (Electrical or Mechanical)Substantial experience as an Operator, preferably in a Power StationFluent in the local language and in English (both verbal and written)Able to learn fast and work independentlyExcellent interpersonal skills and teamworkAbility to work under pressure and make critical decisions when neededWillingness to work in hour shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays GE Aero Power Plant Experience is a benefit.

Desirable

Excellent interpersonal skills able to communicate in a friendly, open and constructive mannerHighly organizedResponsive and pro-activeFlexible and calmDetail consciousOperating Distributed Control Systems & HMIPlant water chemistry knowledgePrevious power generation or continuous process experience

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No