Asset Project Engineer

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Carrington Power Station comprises of a 2x440 MW Combined Cycle Gas Turbine’s (CCGT’s) and is located near Manchester.

The Asset Project Engineer will have responsibility for project delivery on site.

This is an exciting opportunity for high performing candidates to work in a dynamic, rewarding and achievement focused environment. They will be a team player, flexible and a self-starter with good problem-solving skills. They will have the ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, be able to lead as required and have a demonstrable ability to communicate effectively with staff at all levels in the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing site specific projects that have defined time or functional start and end criteria. These may include CAPEX projects, plant investigations, technical and commercial project assignments, audits etc.
• Planning of outages on the main Combined Cycle Gas Turbine plant and other major items of plant.
• Project management of outages on the main Combined Cycle Gas Turbine plant and other major items of plant.
• Development of contingency plans associated with the above.
• Review of contracts, programmes, project and commercial documentation associated with outages.
• Engineering support on long term asset management via CAR and LTAP processes.
• Ensuring plans meet safety, environmental, quality, technical, and commercial targets.
• Collating and analysing technical and commercial data.
• Engineering support on the computerised maintenance management system.
• Develop and test site Business Continuity Plans.
• Engineering support to operations and maintenance teams, including management of plant modification and optimisation projects.
• Proactive involvement in Station Safety initiatives and activities.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• 5+ years relevant power plant experience or similar process industry in a commercial environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to manage stakeholders.
• Strong communication skills encompassing an ability to prepare reports to suit recipients at different levels of the organisation and make presentations as required.
• Working experience in the use, development and management of planning software and computerised maintenance management systems.
• Experience of working on internal and external compliance systems.

Qualifications
Essential

• Degree/third level qualification or equivalent in engineering or a related technical/science-based subject.
• Professional registration with recognised engineering institute.

Location

This position will be based in Carrington Power Station, near Manchester.

Reporting to

Station Asset Manager, Carrington Station.

Why Work with Us?

• Career development through mentoring and training.
• Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities.
• Networking opportunities.
• Opportunity for private medical insurance.
• Access to staff well-being programmes.
• Generous parental leave entitlements.
• Strong values-based and inclusive culture.
• Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted.

Closing Date

16th April 2025.

Note: Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence, recruitment@esb.ie.

If you have any queries in relation to this job, please contact recruitment@esb.ie.

Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role.

Inclusion and Diversity Statement

ESB is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of society and ensure that no one is discriminated against on the grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnicity or nationality, disability, age, citizenship, marital status, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by law.

About ESB

Join us in our mission to achieve a net-zero electricity system by 2040. ESB is Ireland’s leading energy utility, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission and distribution, energy supply, energy services and international consultancy. Operating in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, we invest over €1 billion each year to deliver a new energy future based on reliable, affordable zero-carbon electricity.

Our inclusive culture fosters innovation and connection among our 9,000 employees. At ESB, we support you to be your best so that you can truly make a difference.