Morson Talent
Operations Technician
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Operations Technician (Development Programme)
Location: Northern Ireland (Onsite)
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
About Morson Edge
With over 55 years of experience, the Morson Group is a global leader in connecting highly skilled professionals with complex projects across the engineering, energy, infrastructure and technology sectors.
Supporting more than 3,000 clients and deploying over 10,000 specialists worldwide, Morson has built a reputation as one of the UK's leading technical recruitment partners. In 2024, the Group achieved record revenues of £1.45 billion, reflecting its significant presence across the energy and infrastructure markets.
Morson Edge is our specialist executive search and talent solutions division, partnering with organisations that are shaping the future of energy. We identify exceptional technical professionals and leaders who support the delivery of critical infrastructure projects across the energy transition and power generation sectors.
On behalf of a leading UK energy infrastructure business, we are seeking an Operations Technician (Development Programme) to join their Operations Team supporting the safe and efficient operation of major power generation assets across Northern Ireland.
The Opportunity
This is an excellent opportunity for an aspiring Operations Technician to join a structured 2-3 year development programme designed to provide comprehensive training and progression towards becoming a fully competent power station operator.
Working across complex open-cycle and combined-cycle gas turbine facilities, you will play a key role in the safe operation, monitoring and control of generation assets, supporting the delivery of reliable electricity supply while maintaining the highest standards of safety, environmental compliance and operational performance.
The role will provide hands-on experience across a wide range of power generation systems, including gas turbines, steam turbines, generators, heat recovery steam generators and associated auxiliary plant.
This opportunity would suit an engineering-trained individual or experienced plant operative looking to develop a long-term career within the energy sector, combining technical development with practical operational responsibility.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate, monitor and control power generation units and associated auxiliary systems safely and efficiently to meet system demand, operational targets and environmental requirements.
- Support the start-up, synchronisation, loading, de-loading and shutdown of generating units in accordance with operational procedures and safety requirements.
- Carry out routine plant inspections, identifying defects, abnormalities and operational issues, and accurately recording findings within maintenance management and station reporting systems.
- Monitor main plant and auxiliary systems during normal operation, taking appropriate corrective action within defined limits to maintain safety, reliability and efficiency.
- Maintain accurate operational logs, shift handover records and plant performance information to support effective communication between Operations and Maintenance teams.
- Work closely with engineering and maintenance personnel to identify operational issues and support effective resolution of plant problems.
- Assist with plant isolations and ensure equipment is made safe for maintenance activities in accordance with company safety rules and authorisation procedures.
- Develop competency in the operation of high-voltage electrical systems, including remote switching activities across 275kV, 110kV, 11kV and 17kV networks.
- Support operational testing, inspections and routine maintenance activities while ensuring all records and documentation are maintained accurately.
- Analyse plant performance data, identify opportunities for improvement and support initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.
- Develop knowledge and competency in operational communication protocols, including grid system reporting, market communications and relevant industry procedures.
- Participate in incident response activities and develop the skills required to support emergency response procedures across the station.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues across Operations, Maintenance, Engineering and wider business functions to support safe and reliable plant performance.
- Participate fully in the company development programme, completing training, assessments and competency requirements to achieve Operations Technician status.
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About You
We're looking for an enthusiastic and technically minded individual with a passion for engineering, operational excellence and continuous development within the power generation sector.
You will demonstrate:
- A strong understanding of industrial plant operations, engineering principles and safe working practices.
- Experience operating, maintaining or supporting industrial plant equipment would be advantageous.
- An understanding of operational procedures, technical standards and compliance requirements within regulated environments.
- Strong numerical and analytical ability, with the confidence to interpret operational data and identify potential issues.
- A logical approach to problem solving, with the ability to make decisions within defined operational procedures.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work effectively within a team environment.
- A proactive attitude towards learning, development and gaining technical competence.
- The flexibility and adaptability required to work within a 24/7 operational environment and respond to changing business requirements.
- A strong commitment to health, safety, environmental responsibility and quality standards.
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Qualifications
- Completion of a recognised apprenticeship or equivalent training within an engineering discipline is preferred.
- Alternatively, candidates with A-level qualifications combined with relevant industrial experience in plant operations, maintenance or engineering environments will be considered.
- Relevant technical qualifications in mechanical, electrical or process engineering would be advantageous.
Why Apply?
This is an exciting opportunity to develop a career within the UK's energy sector and gain specialist operational experience across some of the country's most critical power generation assets.
You'll have the opportunity to:
- Join a structured development programme designed to progress you towards a fully qualified Operations Technician role.
- Gain hands-on experience operating complex gas turbine and power generation systems.
- Develop technical skills across mechanical, electrical and operational disciplines.
- Work within a safety-focused, highly regulated energy environment.
- Build a long-term career with a leading organisation supporting the UK's energy security.
- Collaborate with experienced engineering and operations professionals while developing your own technical capability.
If you're an ambitious engineering professional looking to build a career in power generation and operational excellence, we'd be delighted to discuss this opportunity with you.
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