Job Title: EC&I Technician
Location: Rochester, Kent
Contract Type: Permanent / Full-Time
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000
Benefits: Pension, Private Medical, Incentive Plan, 25 Holidays
Role Overview
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced EC&I Technician to join the team at a power station in Rochester, Kent. The successful candidate will be responsible for all Electrical, Control & Instrumentation (EC&I) maintenance activities at the station, including planning, contracting, and hands-on execution of maintenance tasks.
Key Responsibilities
* Ensure high standards of housekeeping and safety.
* Comply with statutory requirements, including Health & Safety at Work Act and Environmental Protection Act.
* Prepare and manage contracts in support of station operations.
* Act as Competent Person or Authorised Person under Safety Rules, ensuring safety from the system.
* Deliver service and maintenance best practices.
* Supervise contractors and personnel during plant overhauls.
* Apply a proactive and creative approach to fault diagnosis and problem solving.
* Support and deliver Process Safety KPIs.
* Contribute to business and station objectives.
* Assist in budget and cost management.
* Undertake procurement activities, including technical specification development.
* Participate in major and interim inspections and overhauls, managing contracts and contractors.
* Perform hands-on maintenance on EC&I equipment and systems.
* Maintain effective interfaces with suppliers, contractors, and other stakeholders.
* Communicate clearly and concisely, including producing written reports.
Desired Skills & Experience
Essential:
* Experience in CCGT plant maintenance or large-scale process industry.
* HNC qualification
* Computer literacy.
* Working knowledge of health, safety, and environmental legislation.
Desirable:
* IOSH Managing Safely qualification.
* Strong team working skills.
* Knowledge of budgets and contract management.
* Understanding of safe working principles and relevant legislation.
* Results-driven with a desire to develop professionally.
* Self-motivated and flexible.
* Ability to support mechanical disciplines with planning and diagnostics.
Personal Attributes
* Results-focused and eager to develop skills.
* Clear and concise communicator, both verbally and in writing.
* Supportive of cross-disciplinary collaboration.
* Well-organised with strong time management skills.