We are currently seeking an enthusiastic individual, to be an integral part of a multi-skilled team working at our Wytch Farm Oil Field near Corfe Castle, Wareham, Dorset. Wytch Farm produces from 12 remote well sites, via infield flow lines to a central oil & gas gathering station, where separation, stabilisation, water injection, gas compression/drying/fractionation, oil export, power generation, LPG storage and LPG export takes place.
We are currently seeking an Electrical Technician who will be responsible for the maintenance, repair and operational monitoring of LV and HV Electrical related equipment and systems, to ensure efficient, reliable and safe operation of our production facility.
This role operates on a weekday rotational pattern of 4 X 10.5 hr shifts – 06:45/17:15 – with weekend cover rotated within each discipline. The working pattern during projects and shutdowns may change and overtime may be required as circumstances dictate.
Key Responsibilities Include:
Plan and execute scheduled preventive and breakdown maintenance activities to minimise impact on production, and maximise plant availability on the following:
Variable speed controllers; LV/HV motors; LV/HV protection; LV/HV distribution systems
UPS systems; lighting & small power; domestic systems; trace heating & cathodic protection
Perform LV & HV Electrical Isolations and lock-offs.
Carry out all activities to company standards and procedures
Raise relevant permits within the agreed time period
Report relevant maintenance data for reliability analysis
Participate in failure investigations and identify reliability issues
Generate new work requests to highlight plant and equipment faults
Develop and review operational and maintenance procedures
Provide input and assistance for new projects including commissioning work
Work with vendors and sub-contractors as required
Comply with requirements of MOC for Plant Modifications
Apply skills and knowledge in a practical and efficient manner and continually look for opportunities for improvement, cost saving and simplification
Comply with and promote high HSE standards and demonstrate responsibility for the safety of self and others minimising impact on production, and maximising plant availability
Employ Perenco Observation Safety Techniques (POST) to report safe and unsafe acts
Actively participate in a responsible waste management system
Attend and participate in the Operations morning shift meeting
Qualifications/Experience Required:
Hold an accredited apprenticeship or an equivalent Electrical HNC
Previous experience in the Oil & Gas Industry is desirable although applications from a related Industry will be considered
Experience working with ATEX equipment is desirable (Compex Trained) but not essential as training can be given
Experience working with HV equipment is desirable but not essential as training can be given
Benefits:
At Perenco we value and reward our people, offering competitive salaries and a wide range of benefits including:
Excellent Pension Provision
Discretionary Bonus
Private Medical Insurance & Dental Cover
Flexible Benefit Allowance
Life Assurance
Profit 'Unit' Sharing Scheme
21 days annual leave