Operations & Maintenance Technician

Siemens Energy; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy technology company is seeking a skilled technician in Carlisle, UK. Responsibilities include troubleshooting equipment, performing maintenance, and collaborating with operators to enhance plant efficiency. Ideal candidates possess a strong mechanical background, effective communication skills, and a commitment to safety and teamwork. This role supports the company's mission for sustainable energy production and offers various benefits, including professional development, health benefits, and an annual bonus based on performance.

Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Supportive work culture

Company-paid health benefits

Paid time off

401K savings plan

Family building benefits

Parental leave

Annual bonus based on performance

Qualifications

• High school diploma with industrial background and 2+ years in a power plant.
• Experience with mechanical systems and plant operations.
• Ability to communicate effectively and train others.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot equipment and provide corrective actions.
• Perform failure analysis for equipment malfunctions.
• Assist in routine maintenance functions.

Skills

Mechanical systems knowledge

Plant operations understanding

Boiler water chemistry knowledge

Strong communication skills

Proficiency with mechanical and hand tools

Flexibility to work shifts

Education

High school diploma

Associate’s degree in Power Plant Technology

Job description

A Snapshot of Your Day

Join our dynamic team where each day begins with a thorough shift turnover with the off-going crew. You will take rounds on all facility equipment and perform chemistry analysis of boiler and cooling tower water. Engage in preventative maintenance activities, attend training sessions, troubleshoot onsite issues, and analyze plant performance alongside your peers and management. Your contributions will be vital in ensuring the smooth operation of our facility.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Troubleshoot equipment and systems, providing corrective actions while operating systems in remote or local control to ensure proper functionality.
• Perform failure analysis to identify the causes of equipment or system malfunctions.
• Execute Lock Out/Tag Out procedures, verifying failures before maintenance is performed to ensure safety.
• Assist in routine maintenance functions, including minor repairs, oil additions, and tightening belts to maintain operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with the Lead Operator to monitor plant efficiency and complete all necessary training to qualify as an OMT.

What You Bring

• A high school diploma with an industrial background and two years of experience in a power plant environment is preferred; an Associate’s degree in Power Plant Technology is a plus.
• Specific knowledge of mechanical systems, plant operations, and boiler water chemistry.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to learn and train others.
• Proficiency with mechanical and hand tools, and the ability to speak, write, and understand English.
• Flexibility to work scheduled hours, overtime, and shifts, including holidays, nights, and weekends.

About The Team

Our Gas Services division is dedicated to providing low-emission power generation through innovative service and decarbonization solutions. We focus on zero or low-emission power generation, encompassing all gas turbines, steam turbines, and generators. Our team is committed to exploring decarbonization opportunities through modernization and digitalization of our fleet, ensuring a sustainable future for energy production.

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 94,000 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.

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

• Career growth and development opportunities
• Supportive work culture
• Company-paid health and wellness benefits
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 401K savings plan with company match
• Family building benefits
• Parental leave
• Annual bonus payment based on the plant’s key performance indicators

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