RINA is currently recruiting for a Power Earthing & Lightning Consultant to join its office in Pontyclun, Wales.
Why RINA?
RINA is a global engineering and consulting company providing technical advisory, assurance, testing, inspection, and certification services across energy and infrastructure markets. With more than 150 years of engineering heritage and a global network of professionals operating in over 70 countries, RINA delivers innovative, safe, and sustainable solutions across the full project lifecycle.
Our UK operations trace their origins to 1920 through the British Electrical and Allied Industries Research Association and continue to support complex electrical and infrastructure projects across multiple sectors.
The Role
As a Power Earthing & Lightning Consultant at RINA Tech UK Limited, you will play a pivotal role in supporting engineering teams by designing and analysing energy systems that adhere to highest standards of safety, efficiency, and compliance. Your work will be integral to ensuring projects are delivered within defined parameters of quality, budget, and schedule.
Key Accountabilities
In this role, you will be responsible for assisting senior engineers with the development of detailed engineering plans, including calculations, blueprints, and structural diagrams. You will provide critical oversight and hands-on support for various elements of engineering projects, which includes conducting onsite visits to gather precise measurements and assess field conditions.
You will facilitate the smooth progress of engineering activities by coordinating the submission of permits, collating necessary documentation for regulatory compliance, and ensuring all communication channels between engineering and construction teams remain clear and effective.
Under guidance, you will help develop and maintain project schedules, monitor deliverable timelines, and prepare technical reports and project documentation that comprehensively reflect project status. Your contributions will include preparing progress updates and delivering presentations to both internal teams and external stakeholders.
Adherence to and promotion of the company’s Quality Management System (QMS) will be a key focus throughout your duties, ensuring that all project deliverables meet the established standards of quality and compliance. You will also be expected to actively contribute to continuous improvement efforts in the QMS as relevant to your responsibilities.
In addition, you will act as a key point of contact by responding to contractor queries on behalf of supervising engineers, thereby fostering collaborative relationships and ensuring project objectives are met effectively.
Qualifications
1. Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related discipline, demonstrating a foundational understanding of core engineering principles of Earthing & Lightning protection.
2. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to apply scientific methodologies and critical thinking in real-world project scenarios.
3. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively collaborate within multidisciplinary teams and communicate technical information to diverse stakeholders.
4. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and adhere to project schedules while maintaining attention to detail and quality standards.
5. Proactive and resourceful mindset with a commitment to personal and professional growth, aligned with industry best practices and organisational values.
6. Willingness to undertake travel commitments as required (25%–50%) to support onsite activities and client engagements.
7. Familiarity with quality management systems and regulatory compliance frameworks related to engineering projects is advantageous.
Eligibility
8. Must be eligible to work within the UK without sponsorship and willing to commute or relocate to Pontyclun, Wales.
Benefits
In addition to the below, you will become part of our growing global team, you will find yourself working with world-class professionals and clients in a global market.
9. 25 days leave (plus bank holidays)
10. Option to buy more holiday
11. Up to 12 days smart working per month (post probation period)
12. Support of Military Reservists – 10 additional paid days
13. Healthcare cover (Family can be added at an additional cost)
14. Matched 6% pension
15. Life Assurance
16. Professional development to become chartered
17. Pay for professional membership
18. Cycle to work scheme
19. Employee perks – retail discounts
20. Generous recruitment referral bonus
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