James Fisher and Sons plc
Operational Asset & Marine Controller
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About The Role
Operational Asset & Marine Controller
Full-Time, Permanent
Newtownards, Site-Based
The Role
We are looking for an Operational Asset and Marine Controller to join the James Fisher Control Room Services team.
In this dynamic role, you will assist in the control, coordination, and monitoring of all marine activities, including personnel movements, contractor operations, and Crew Transfer Vessel (CTV) activities associated with offshore work scopes.
Please note that this role requires flexibility to work both day and night shifts.
What You'll Be Doing
- Monitor client electrical network infrastructure, ensuring system events are accurately identified, logged and responded to in line with their criticality, minimising operational risk.
- Liaise with the Control Room Engineer to ensure critical alarms are assessed and managed appropriately.
- Coordinate with authorised field personnel to facilitate prompt responses to alarms and operational issues.
- Prepare and distribute daily, weekly and monthly alarm reports to clients.
- Provide daily HV Control updates to clients, detailing completed activities and planned work for the following 24-hour period.
- Carry out emergency switching operations when required, including disconnecting generators from the grid and adjusting voltage set points in accordance with Network System Operator instructions.
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What We're Looking For
- Minimum of 4 GCSEs (or equivalent), including Mathematics and English Language.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and other core IT applications.
- Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the confidence to engage effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.
- Flexible and adaptable, with a willingness to support varying work patterns and operational requirements.
- Marine Coordinator qualification desirable; alternatively, a willingness to undertake and achieve the qualification.
About Us
James Fisher is a global engineering services company with over 50 years of experience delivering complex offshore energy projects in some of the world’s most challenging environments. We operate across Energy, Defence, and Maritime Transport, leveraging cutting-edge technology and deep expertise to support the full lifecycle of our customers’ assets.
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Due to the volume of applications, we receive for our vacancies, on occasion applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.
At James Fisher and Sons, we are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success is driven by the talent and diversity of our workforce.
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