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About James Fisher Renewables
James Fisher Renewables provides comprehensive and trusted solutions to offshore wind and renewables market. This, among other services, include high voltage engineering solutions, from conceptual design, through to installation and operations and maintenance as well as blade services. The company has an extensive experience through working at over 60 wind farms - onshore and offshore - in the UK, Europe, Taiwan and United States.
Fault Finding Engineer (Cables)
Permanent, Full-time
Home based, with travel
About James Fisher Renewables
James Fisher Renewables provides comprehensive and trusted solutions to offshore wind and renewables market. This, among other services, include high voltage engineering solutions, from conceptual design, through to installation and operations and maintenance as well as blade services. The company has an extensive experience through working at over 60 wind farms - onshore and offshore - in the UK, Europe, Taiwan and United States.
The Role
JFR is expanding rapidly across all areas of its operations. As our customers transition toward a cleaner, more sustainable future, we are evolving to meet the demands of a dynamic energy market. Our mission is to deliver industry-leading service that not only adds value to our clients but also positions JFR as the partner of choice for the next decade.
We are looking for a High Voltage Fault Technician to join our expert team. In this critical role, you will be the first responder when our customers experience faults or outages on their high-voltage networks. Backed by our experienced engineering team, you’ll use advanced fault-finding techniques and diagnostic tools to identify and resolve issues efficiently.
Beyond fault response, you’ll take a proactive role in delivering high-quality service on key projects, upholding the exceptional standards of EDS and ensuring client satisfaction at every stage.
Principle Accountabilities
* Conduct fault-finding operations on offshore subsea cable networks.
* Utilize advanced testing and diagnostic tools to pinpoint cable faults.
* Perform cable integrity assessments and support in recommended repair strategies.
* Testing Of HV Cables and Accessories in accordance with relevant standards.
* Conduct Maintenance and Repair to high standards documenting work completed and providing required evidence.
* Support projects globally with our key clients mobilizing on and offshore to support the needs of the client. Working on rotations and ad hoc as required.
* Maintain detailed records of fault locations, repair procedures, and system performance.
* Ability to support the cable repair team with repair tasks and post repair testing.
* Develop and maintain proactive and positive relationships with all key stakeholders within EDS and across the wider JF Group by promoting and encouraging a culture that aligns with and actively supports the JFR company values.
* Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and marine specialists to optimize fault resolution.
* Promote H&S at every opportunity supporting the HSE reporting systems, HSE team & Leadership team to ensure the culture of the business is based on ZERO Harm safety and learning through lessons learned and feedback.
Qualifications And Experience
* Familiarity with HVDC and HVAC cable systems.
* Trained in the use of LIRA, TDR, OTDR, HV Bridge, Thumping, Arc Reflection, Tone generator and IR testing.
* DTS/DAS interpretation Trained.
* Previous experience carrying out asset testing to prove integrity.
* Comfortable interrogating data streams.
* You will need to maintain relevant training which allows access to onshore and offshore environments.
* Understanding of the maintenance and repair regimes of critical system components, such as Cable terminations, joints, link boxes, switchgear and subsea cable support systems.
* As we serve clients across Europe and beyond, willingness to travel is essential.
* IT Literate.
* This role requires a high degree of integrity and a flexible approach to achieving objectives through others and by influencing others. Desirable
* OTDR Testing & Report writing Qualification
* LIRA testing training
* TDR, IR,CR & Bridge Training
* Proficient in fault report writing
* 3M Cold shrink joints
* Pfisterer Size 1-6 (Connex & Seanex)
* Trained in VLF, Damped AC & Resonant Testing
* IOSH / NEBOSH qualified
* Competent person trained
* GWO
JFR - Part of James Fisher and SonsJames Fisher is a global engineering services company that has evolved from its origins as a ship owner and operator to provide expertise and innovative technology across Energy, Defence, and Maritime Transport. We help our customers deliver on their promises safely, efficiently, and responsibly. With a strong heritage built on our people and innovation, we are embedding sustainability across our business.
Our strategy, centered around the One James Fisher ambition, aims to build a cohesive engineering service company in the Blue Economy.
* Our Energy Division offers safe, sustainable products and services for oil, gas, and renewables.
* The Defence Division provides underwater systems and life support for defence and commercial diving markets.
* Maritime Transport leads in global maritime shipping and ship-to-ship transfer services.
Together, we are building a brighter, bolder, and more innovative future.
If the above captured your interest, click ‘apply’ and submit your CV together with the required certificates/qualifications.
You can find out more about James Fisher & Sons group companies and valued behaviours by watching a short film here:We are One James Fisher - YouTube
Due to the volume of applications we receive for our vacancies, on occasion applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.
James Fisher and Sons are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications for candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success depends on our talented and diverse workforce. For more information Click here
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