Job Title: Production Technician Location: Damhead Creek, Rochester
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: £42,000 - £45,000 + Shift allowance
Benefits: Pension, Private Medical, Incentive plan, 25 Holidays
We tackle the big, systemic challenges in the energy transition.
We bring together expertise in trading, operations and engineering to identify and anticipate challenges that will emerge as the energy transition unfolds. Today, our portfolio includes reliable thermal power, battery storage and carbon capture projects.
Together, these assets deliver decarbonised, dispatchable, and flexible power generation to meet the needs of millions of homes and businesses.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Production Technician to join our team at Damhead Creek. In this role, you will support the Production Team Leader in all production-related activities while ensuring the power station operates efficiently and safely. You will play a key role in monitoring and operating the station in line with energy management requirements.
Operate and monitor Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (CCGT) plant safely and efficiently.
Support the Production Team Leader in all operational activities.
Diagnose and resolve plant-related issues.
Implement company policies and procedures related to station operations.
Carry out operational routines, plant testing, and maintenance activities within competence.
Manage and supervise contractors on site.
Conduct self-audits on Health, Safety, and Environmental compliance and complete behavioural audits of contractors and staff.
Minimum Apprenticeship/ONC (or equivalent) in a relevant engineering discipline.
At least 2 years’ experience in the operation and/or maintenance of a CCGT plant.
Strong technical knowledge with the ability to optimise plant performance.
Proficiency in computer systems and control software.
Ability to support electrical, mechanical, control, and instrumentation disciplines.
Self-motivated with a flexible approach to work.
Known for our ability to think and act fast using our energy intelligence, our mission is to enable the energy transition by providing the power we need today and tomorrow
VPI offers competitive salary, pension scheme, PMI (private medical insurance), long-term incentive plan and holiday starting at 25 days plus bank holidays.
Apply today and help shape the future of power generation.