RWE
Shift O&M Technician
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RWE Generation UK
To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent
About the role
- Contribute towards delivering the day-to-day Operational and Maintenance requirements.
- To maximise the safe, reliable and commercial performance of the power station, be responsible for operating the plant both locally and from the control room.
- Carry out plant operational routines in line with procedures, including fault diagnosis and breakdown recovery.
- Perform operational duties on a shift basis as required.
- Collaborate with Engineering & Outage teams, supporting plant shutdowns and recommissioning as required.
- Carry out maintenance routines as an increasing part of the core role as the trend towards increasing volumes of renewable generation continues.
Job requirements and experience
- Have a recognised engineering or operations background or craft skill in an electrical, mechanical or C & I discipline. HNC or ONC or equivalent.
- Competent in aspects of operations and / or maintenance, preferably within power plants.
- Have strong interpersonal skills and be competent in the use of IT systems such as Microsoft Office and have previous experience of a Maintenance Management System.
- Be a self-motivated, flexible individual able to work with the minimum of supervision, whilst being capable of providing support to the team.
- Demonstrable knowledge and experience of Health, Safety and Environmental legislation, regulations and directives
- Knowledge of power generation safety management systems including system Safety Rules would be an advantage.
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Your benefits
- Competitive remuneration with attractive benefits and allowances.
- Structured training and development opportunities to build and expand your technical expertise.
- Hands-on work with modern power generation equipment and systems, providing valuable technical experience.
- Varied and challenging responsibilities in a safety-focused and technically demanding environment.
- Stable employment within an established company and a strong, supportive team.
- Opportunities for career progression and development within a wider technical and operational network.
- Employee wellbeing benefits, including health, safety and workplace support initiatives.
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ad code 93661, application period: 12/10/2026
Any questions? Contact HR: Lisa Merryweather, +44 7867370980
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RWE Generation provides a flexible mix for a powerful future. With a team of around 3,500 employees, the company operates flexible gas power plants, bioenergy facilities, and hydropower stations in Germany, the Netherlands, the UK, and Turkey. These assets play a vital role in balancing the supply of renewable energy during periods of fluctuation, thereby ensuring the stability of the power grid. Recognising the importance of energy storage, RWE Generation is integrating battery systems into its operations and pioneering hydrogen-powered technologies - an essential element for storing renewable energy for when it is needed most. As a long-standing partner for the regions in which we operate, our reliable, clean and flexible assets enable us to play a key role in decarbonising the energy system. Our team continues to be inventive, using their experience, talent and sunrise technologies to be the cornerstone our society can rely on.
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