Job Title: Production Technician
Location: Shoreham
Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent
Salary: £45000- £47000
Benefits: Pension, Private Medical, Incentive Plan, 25 Holidays
About VPI
VPI is a leading power company operating in the UK, Ireland, and Germany. 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. We then act to solve them.
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.
The Role
Are you a hands-on Production Technician with a passion for operational excellence and safety? Join the team at Shoreham Power Station, one of the UK's most efficient and flexible gas plants, and play a key role in ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations.
You'll support the Production Team Leader on a shift basis, contribute to energy management, and help maintain compliance with safety and environmental standards.
Key Responsibilities
Operate the plant safely and efficiently in line with company and regulatory standards
Support the Production Team Leader in all production-related activities
Analyse and diagnose plant-related issues and implement solutions
Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and Environmental Protection legislation
Apply and implement safety rules up to HV Senior Authorised Person / Safety Coordinator level
Communicate with National Grid to meet REMIT obligations and load profiles
Conduct HSE self-audits and behavioural audits of contractors and staff
Carry out production routines and routine plant testing
Supervise contractors and manage production-managed contracts
Undertake maintenance activities within competence
Contribute to continuous improvement and station development initiatives
What We're Looking For
Minimum HNC or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline
At least 2 years of relevant industry experience
Strong computer literacy and technical capability
Demonstrated team working and communication skills
Knowledge of safe working practices and HSE legislation
Ability to support electrical, mechanical, and control/instrumentation disciplines
Strong problem-solving, organisational, and time management skills
Self-motivated with a flexible, can-do attitude
Why Join VPI?
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.
Whether you're an experienced professional or looking to grow, VPI provides structured development pathways.
We offer a competitive salary, pension scheme, private medical insurance, long-term incentive plan, and holiday starting at 25 days plus bank holidays.
Ready to Apply?
If you're looking for a new challenge within a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation, we want to hear from you!
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