Enhanced Unit Operator

As an Enhanced Unit Operator, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring Peterhead Power Station runs safely and efficiently across all plant configurations. You'll be accountable for carrying out operational duties such as monitoring plant condition, diagnosing faults and accurately reporting defects across unit and auxiliary plant. You'll ensure operations remain within permissible limits and comply with the station's Environmental Permit, while optimising thermal efficiency.

Some of your other main accountabilities will include;

• Maintain accurate station logs and deliver operational reports as required to support effective analysis and meet statutory and company requirements.
• Assist Shift Group Leader in training and mentoring of Unit Operator and Plant Operators on assigned shift.
• Enact the roles of Senior Authorised Person, Authorised Person, Selected Person, Work Controller and Working Party Leader as defined in Thermal Safe System of Work.
• Provide stand in cover for the Shift Group Leader covering all day-to-day aspects of the role including within day supervision of the shift team.
• Perform Emergency Response duties per Bronze Level incident response following SSE and Station procedures.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time

Base Location: Peterhead Power Station, AB42

• A minimum of an HNC level qualification in an engineering discipline or other technical subject, or have extensive operational experience at a large Thermal Power Station.
• A comprehensive understanding of Safe System of Work and Safety Rules, and the responsibilities of the roles authorised under these rules.
• Knowledge of reporting requirements under Regulations on Energy Market Integrity and Transparency (REMIT).
• A good awareness of Environmental permits and operational limitations specified within.
• Proven ability in effectively supervising and support a team.
• Proven ability to operating all plant, including panel operation, across all operating modes and conditions, along with guiding Unit and Plant Operators during abnormal operating conditions.

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.