Operations Engineer

A Snapshot of Your Day

The Operations Engineer will be responsible for monitoring, operation and control of the project/s assets on a 24/7 basis (Shift Working) in Newcastle. The role requires a suitable level of engineering and technical knowledge with the aim of providing safe and reliable operation of plant and equipment to meet operational and commercial requirements.

The role may require a degree of flexibility, covering remote control room and project site activities and locations to support the business needs!

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Responsible for monitoring and control of the plant operation on a continuous basis such as plant shutdown and start-up, responding to alarms by taking appropriate the actions in a timely manner, BOA activity, Customer (TNO/DNO/IND/Developers) instructions and daily plant operation. Maintaining and updating the Daily Operational Log.
• Health, Safety and Environmental compliance, performing all work in compliance with applicable codes, standards, safety and environment.
• Plant availability, compliance with O&M procedures, work plans and engineering procedures.
• Complete plant shutdown and start-up procedures as required within the allocated timeframe, ensuring that the plant meets its generating requirements whilst operating in a safe and efficient manner.
• Enable efficient plant operation, including utilisation of technical documentation and drawings.
• Ensure that the plant meets its generating requirements whilst operating in a safe and efficient manner.
• Use computerized Plant Management System (i.e.) WebBFS/Ultimo/JIRA for Shift Log, Fault Notification, Work Order and Work Plan Module, Parts Requisition.
• Liaison with customer and external parties for supply and distribution of power and gas.
• Respond to Customer (TNO/DNO/IND/Developers) and Trader routine and safety instructions.
• Submission of REMIT, EDL & EDT information to accurately reflect the technical availability and remain in alignment with legislative governance.
• Carry out Control System logic modifications and implement simulations to ensure plant safety and reliability is maintained working within the guidelines of the company’s IBMS and quality systems.
• Support and assist with the production of and continuous development of operational excellence strategies and concepts to ensure alignment with Siemens Energy and the client’s business objectives.
• Support Root Cause Analysis and Failure Mode Effects Analysis processes into site occurrences and incidents as required.
• Deputise for the Operations Support Engineer in their absence.
  
  
  

What You Bring

• Preferably educated to minimum level of HNC or an equivalent level of qualification in engineering.
• Have a detailed solid understanding of power plant principals including plant performance, efficiency and environmental operation.
• Health and Safety qualification (NEBOSH or equivalent) and awareness and understanding of these practices.
• Sound practical and technical knowledge of engineering including applying principles, techniques, processes and procedures to achieve the safe operation and maintenance of the power station.
• Power Generation / Heavy Industry and Power Transmission operational experience.
• Self-motivated with ability to optimally prioritise engineering decisions and workload.
• Sophisticated problem-solving skills and a solution driven mentality
• Good oral, written and interpersonal skills
• Ability to effectively and efficiently record and report plant relevant, critical information and status.
• Proficient in the development and consistency adhere to Safe Systems of Work.
  
  
  

About The Team

Based at the Siemens Energy site in Newcastle our site consists of three main business areas: Gas Services, Grid Technologies and Siemens Gamesa. With our expertise in each of these areas, we offer customers with services and solutions, whether that is providing large CNC machining, balancing and servicing of power generation rotating equipment; or operating and maintaining grid infrastructure interconnectors or onshore and offshore wind turbines, we help our global customers meet the exponential demand for renewable energy.

The Newcastle site we have developed a Remote Operations Control Centre available 24/7, where our dedicated team of professionals operate, monitor, coordinate, and manage various aspects of our Gas Services and Grid Technologies customer and project assets.

We have been based on the site for over 130 years and is recognised across the world due to its heritage and skills on this site. We have continued to uphold our legacy in the energy solutions and services market with a diverse portfolio to provide sustainable energy for the future and are at the forefront of the Energy Transition.

If you want a place that prioritises their employees, customers, and the future of sustainable energy, then let's work together and help us energize society. So, you can make the future of tomorrow different, today.

Who is Siemens Energy?

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. We meet the growing energy demand across 90+ countries while ensuring our climate is protected. With more than 98,000 dedicated employees, we not only generate electricity for over 16% of the global community, but we’re also using our technology to help protect people and the environment.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo

Our Commitment to Diversity

Lucky for us, we are not all the same. Through diversity, we generate power. We run on inclusion and our combined creative energy is fueled by over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.

Rewards/Benefits

• Working with a worldwide team and have opportunities to work on and lead a variety of innovative projects!
• Supportive work environment with remote and flexible work
• Medical benefits
• Time off/Paid holidays
• Parental leave
• Continual learning through the Learn@Siemens-Energy platform