Powerplant Operations Upgrading Shift Team Leader

Job Description Summary

Tynagh Power Station plays a pivotal role in generating electricity for the National Grid. Within the operations department, an Upgrading Shift Team Leader is a collaborative Operations team member who is acquiring experience and training with the aim of becoming an Operations Shift Team Leader. This role demands the capability to analyse issues, make informed decisions, foster personal and team development, ensure plant availability, and operate within environmental and regulatory standards while fulfilling the requirements of the National Grid

Job Description

Upgrading Shift Team leader Duties include

• Perform the role of STL (Shift Team Leader) when required
• Act as incident commander when required.
• Help the STL mentor and train new operators
• Share knowledge and experience with other team members to enhance the strength of the team
• Be contactable by phone to allow the scheduling of shift cover requirements e.g. sickness, holiday or short notice emergency cover.
• Provide support to newer Upgraders and operators as required
• Operate and monitor the powerplant via the Distributed Control System HMI, Continuous Emissions Monitoring system, and all other control room and station control systems to maintain the safe and efficient operation of the plant and process.
• Ensure compliance with all site Quality Procedures, Work Instructions and EHS Policy and Procedures
• Understand and respond to variances in normal station operating parameters and take necessary corrective actions to maintain safe operation of the station from the control room or in the field.
• Monitor plant and process to ensure that operation is in accordance with all relevant Operating Procedures
• Perform operations monitoring rounds in the field and support the maintenance of the equipment with routine interventions.
• Monitor and follow all generating profiles as dispatched via the National grid control centre (NCC).
• Report items beyond the scope and capabilities of shift personnel to Shift Supervisor
• Maintain and update all routines, schedules, and reports with relevant plant operating data, generate ad hoc reports at managers/customer's request.
• Report unsafe conditions, events, and hazards to the Shift Supervisor
• Carry out/assist in routine testing of plant and equipment.
• Report any equipment issues and record required information into the computerized maintenance management system to direct repairs.
• Involvement in initial maintenance troubleshooting
• Follow Operating Procedures and work instructions when carrying out any activity and report any deficiencies when identified.
• Attending and contributing to scheduled meetings
• Participation in business improvement projects as required
• Contribute to site EHS frameworks teams and complete all EHS training.
• Update procedures and participate in audits as required by the quality system
• Assisting in the development and implementation of procedures and systems for plant operating, testing and related activities.
• Participate in all provided training, some travel/flexibility will be required.
• Participate in internal plant audits as needed, ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, 55001 and any cross-business audits as they emerge.

• Ability to analyse process and control information appropriately respond to plant operational conditions
• Excellent IT skills
• Fluent in English (both verbal and written)
• Able to learn and work independently
• Willingness to work in a shift pattern including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Proven power generation or continuous process experience.
• Experience of the "Safe system of work" and willing to upgrade to Senior Authorised Person within a reasonable timeframe.

• A good working knowledge of safety and environmental regulations
• Be a Senior Authorised Person, or an Authorised Person who will be trained to Senior Authorised Person level.
• Excellent interpersonal skills able to communicate in a friendly, open, and constructive manner
• Own transport and full driver's license
• Highly organized, responsive and pro-active
• Proficient in using Microsoft office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.
• Previous experience in confined space entry/confined space rescue
• Able to work as part of a confined space rescue team during plant outages.
• Able to work at heights

• Electrical or Mechanical qualification to minimum trade level or equivalent Powerplant operating experience.

• Paid overtime (as per site policy)
• Employer contribution to pension
• Annual bonus scheme
• Private medical insurance for self and family (Irish Life)
• Comprehensive training program
• 25 days annual leave bonus scheme up to 10% Holiday flexibility (buy/sell)
• Group income protection and Life insurance.
• Onsite exercise equipment