Electrical Technician

Are you looking for a change and opportunity to enhance your skillset? If so, then maybe working as an Electrical Technician in our Operations Division could be the place for you.

Electrical Technician (Thames Haven)

What will you be doing?

Our Electrical Technicians undertake electrical maintenance and Atex inspection duties up to and including HV distribution, rotary equipment and C&I under both planned preventative and corrective maintenance policies. They also provide electrical resource and support to the wider BPA team in responding to breakdowns and emergencies on oil storage facilities and pipeline systems operated by BPA.

The successful candidate will be supported in obtaining the role of Authorised Electrical Person, including High Voltage working, as well as maintaining COMPEX competency to be authorised to work on EX rated equipment.

Core responsibilities will be completing and supervising maintenance, fault finding and repairs on all EC&I systems within operational sites. Systems include HV/LV switchgear, intrinsically safe circuits, Ex equipment, motor starters & drives, PLC’s, vapour and fire detection and suppression.

In addition, this role will also participate in an out of hours call-out rota for trouble shooting and corrective maintenance to ensure the integrity of our pipeline.

What do we need from you?

• You need to want the challenge of training and development to prove your competency.
• A recognised Electrical discipline qualification to NVQ level 3 or equivalent.
• Previous experience of working in an industrial electrical role.
• Willingness to participate in an out-of-hours call-out rota.

Please note that a valid UK driving licence is a requirement of this role and that a Criminal Records Check will be required.

What else?

Persons who are successful in this type of role are safety conscious, methodical, with a strong work ethic and open to training and developing themselves.

Our Benefits

• Company Van
• Laptop & Phone
• Tools/Equipment
• Generous pension (up to 12% employer, minimum 2% employee contributions)
• Annual Bonus
• Life insurance (4x annual salary)
• 28 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Additional holiday purchase scheme
• Enhanced family friendly policies
• Employee assistance support scheme
• Various well-being initiatives
• BPA is 'Great Place To Work' Certified!

Salary:

Basic Salary of £30,000-£35,000 + Overtime & allowances for standby

Diversity & Inclusion

Research has shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet all requirements. At BPA, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. So, if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every detail in the job description, we encourage you to still apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.