Production Technician - Power Station

Production Technician – Power Station Up to £62,000 + bonus (up to 20%) + benefits West Sussex, South Coast SCINERGY Recruitment are looking for a Production Technician / Operations Technician to join the operations team at a combined cycle gas turbine (CCGT) power station on the South Coast. This is a shift-based operational role responsible for the safe, efficient and compliant operation of a modern power station, using both DCS systems and field-based monitoring to optimise performance and ensure plant availability. The role sits within a structured operations team and works closely with the Production Team Leader to deliver day-to-day operations and continuous improvement across the station. Key responsibilities: * Operate the plant safely and efficiently in line with operational targets and site procedures * Support the Production Team Leader in all production activities * Start, stop and monitor gas turbines, steam turbines, HRSGs, pumps and auxiliary systems via DCS * Diagnose plant issues, analyse performance and carry out first-line fault finding * Conduct operational routines, plant testing and performance checks * Undertake maintenance tasks within competence and escalate defects where required * Supervise contractors and ensure safe working practices on site * Support implementation of company and station policies and ensure full HSE compliance * Carry out safety, behavioural and compliance audits on contractors and site staff * Communicate with management and National Grid to support REMIT obligations and load profile requirements * Participate in improvement projects and ongoing technical development Candidate requirements: * Minimum HNC (or equivalent) in Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation or similar engineering discipline * At least 2 years’ experience in a relevant industrial or power generation environment (CCGT, CHP, refinery, chemical, etc.) * Merchant Navy / Royal Navy engineers considered (Petty Officer / 2nd Engineer level or above with watchkeeping experience) * Strong understanding of HSE legislation and safe systems of work * Ability to support multi-discipline teams with diagnostics and work planning * Strong analytical and fault-finding skills, able to perform under pressure * Computer literate with good communication and reporting ability * Organised, self-motivated and comfortable working on a 12-hour shift pattern Package: * Competitive basic salary up to £48,000 * A shift allowance of £12,500 * South East allowance of £2,000 * A 20% bonus opportunity * A further 3 yearly rolling bonus * Private medical insurance * Income protection * Life assurance For further information or a confidential discussion, please contact Steve Utton at SCINERGY Recruitment on (phone number removed) or click apply now