Power Plant Operator

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Power Plant Operator is responsible for a safe and efficient operation of the Power Station, according to the Grid Company demands and the contract with the Customer, taking emergency action, where necessary. The Operator will be working in the field and the control room.

Job Description

Tynagh power station is a key player in the production of electricity for the National Grid. Working within the operations department a plant operator is a team player with the ability to analyse issues, make decisions, develop self and others, maintain plant availability and operate within environmental and regulatory limits whilst meeting national grid requirements.

Operator Duties include

·  Operate and monitor the powerplant via the Distributed Control System HMI, Continuous Emissions Monitoring system, and all other control room and station control systems to maintain the safe and efficient operation of the plant and process. 
·  Ensure compliance with all site Quality Procedures, Work Instructions and EHS Policy and Procedures  
·  Understand and respond to variances in normal station operating parameters and take necessary corrective actions to maintain safe operation of the station from the control room or in the field.  
·  Monitor plant and process to ensure that operation is in accordance with all relevant Operating Procedures  
·  Perform operations monitoring rounds in the field and support the maintenance of the equipment with routine interventions.  
·  Monitor and follow all generating profiles as dispatched via the National grid control centre (NCC).  
·  Report items beyond the scope and capabilities of shift personnel to Shift Supervisor 
·  Maintain and update all routines, schedules, and reports with relevant plant operating data, generate ad hoc reports at managers/customer’s request.  
·  Report unsafe conditions, events, and hazards to the Shift Supervisor
·  Carry out/assist in routine testing of plant and equipment. 
·  Report any equipment issues and record required information into the computerized maintenance management system to direct repairs. 
·  Involvement in initial maintenance/troubleshooting
·  Follow Operating Procedures and work instructions when carrying out any activity and report any deficiencies when identified. 
·  Attending and contributing to scheduled meetings
·  Participation in business improvement projects as required
·  Contribute to site EHS frameworks teams and complete all EHS training. 
·  Update procedures and participate in audits as required by the quality system
·  Assisting in the development and implementation of procedures and systems for plant operating, testing and related activities.
·  Participate in all provided training, some travel/flexibility will be required.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience: What You'll Need

Essential:  

·  Ability to analyse process and control information appropriately respond to plant operational conditions
·  Excellent IT skills
·  Fluent in English (both verbal and written) 
·  Able to learn and work independently
·  Willingness to work in a shift pattern including nights, weekends, and holidays. 
·  Proven power generation or continuous process experience. 

Desirable

·  A good working knowledge of safety and environmental regulations
·  Awareness of “Safe system of work”
·  Excellent interpersonal skills able to communicate in a friendly, open, and constructive manner
·  Own transport and full driver’s license
·  Highly organized, responsive and pro-active
·  Proficient in using Microsoft office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.  
·  Previous experience in confined space entry/confined space rescue 
·  Able to work as part of a confined space rescue team during plant outages. 
·  Able to work at heights

Qualifications

Essential

·  Electrical or Mechanical qualification to minimum trade level or equivalent Powerplant operating experience. 

GE Benefits   

·  Paid overtime (as per site policy) 
·  Employer contribution to pension
·  Annual bonus scheme
·  Private medical insurance for self and family (Irish Life)
·  Comprehensive training program
·  25 days annual leave bonus scheme up to 10% Holiday flexibility (buy/sell) 
·  Group income protection and Life insurance. 
·  Onsite exercise equipment

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No