Job Description:

Job Title: EC&I Technician

Location: Langage Power Station, Plymouth PL7 5AW

Salary: £40ph LTD/CIS - no digs, local candidates only

Temporary Fixed Term 2 year contract (potential to extend).

Hours: 40 hours per week plus overtime as and when available

Site Based

Start Date: ASAP

Technical Partners are currently recruiting for an experienced EC&I Technician to join a leading organisation within the power generation sector. This is an excellent opportunity to secure a fixed-term contract working on a Combined Cycle Gas Turbine Power Plant, supporting the safe and efficient operation of critical plant systems.

This hands-on role focuses on maintaining and improving electrical, control, and instrumentation assets to ensure optimal performance, regulatory compliance, and minimal downtime. You will work closely with operations, engineering teams, and third-party contractors, contributing to both planned and reactive maintenance, as well as continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Reporting to the Production Team Leader, responsibilities will include:

• Investigating plant faults raised through SAP notifications
• Converting notifications into actionable work orders
• Completing scheduled maintenance tasks while adhering to strict health & safety standards
• Ensuring all tools and equipment are compliant and fit for purpose (PUWER, LOLER)
• Coordinating and supervising third-party contractors on site
• Identifying and implementing plant improvement opportunities
• Supporting outage planning and execution
• Responding to plant breakdowns as required
• Providing clear and timely progress updates
• Assisting in the development and mentoring of site apprentices

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

• Proven experience within power generation or a similar heavy industrial environment
• Experience working with 400v motors
• Strong background in maintenance and repair of industrial valves and pumps
• Competent IT skills (e.g. MS Office, SAP or similar systems)
• Proactive, flexible approach to work and continuous development
• Ability to adapt quickly in a dynamic operational environment
• Understanding of CCGT plant operations and core components

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognised apprenticeship or formal technical training
• HNC/ONC in an engineering discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Compex 01-04 (desireable)

About the Opportunity

This role sits within a well-established and growing energy organisation operating across the UK and Ireland, with a strong focus on flexible generation and supporting the transition to low-carbon energy. The business offers a dynamic working environment where individuals can contribute directly to operational performance and continuous improvement.

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