Job Description SummaryThe Operator is responsible for a safe and efficient operation of the Power Station, according to the Grid Company demands and the contract with the Customer, taking emergency action, where necessary. The Operator will be working in the field and the control room.

Job Description

As Operator you report to the Operations Shift Leader and:

To operate and monitor the Distributed Control System HMI, Continuous Emissions Monitoring, and all other control room and station control systems in order to maintain the safe and efficient operation of the plant and processEnsure compliance with all site Quality Procedures, Work Instructions and EHS Policy and ProceduresUnderstand and respond to variances in normal station operating parameters and take necessary corrective actions in order to maintain safe operation of the station from the control room or in the fieldMonitor plant and process to ensure that operation is in accordance with all relevant Operating ProceduresPerform operations monitoring rounds in the field and support the maintenance of the equipment with routine interventionsMonitor and follow all generating profiles as dispatched via the grid control center, and follow all (National) grid control center instructionsReport items beyond the scope and capabilities of shift personnel to Shift SupervisorMaintain and update all routines, schedules and reports with relevant plant operating data, generate add hoc reports at managers/customers requestReport unsafe conditions, events and hazards to the Shift SupervisorCarry out/assist in routine testing of plant and equipmentReport equipment deficiencies and record required information into the computerized maintenance management system to direct repairsFollow Operating Procedures and work instructions when carrying out any activity and report any deficiencies when identifiedContribute to site EHS frameworks , teams and complete all EHS training

Qualifications /Requirements:

Electrical or Mechanical qualification or equivalent experienceFluent in English (both verbal and written)Able to learn fast and work independentlyExcellent interpersonal skills and teamworkAbility to work under pressure and make critical decisions when neededWillingness to work in a shift pattern including nights, weekends and holidaysProven power generation or continuous process experience

Desired Characteristics:

Excellent interpersonal skills able to communicate in a friendly, open and constructive mannerElectrical or Mechanical qualification to minimum trade levelOwn transport and full drivers licenseHighly organizedResponsive and pro-activeFlexible and calmDetail consciousProficient in using Microsoft office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.Previous experience in confined space entry/confined space rescueAble to work as part of a confined space rescue team during plant outages

GE Benefits

Paid overtime (as per site policy)

Pension Plan

Health insurance (Irish Life)

25 days annual leave

bonus scheme up to 10%

Holiday flexibility (buy/sell)

Group income protection and Life insurance.

Quarterly social events

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No