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Electrical Utilities Technician

Veolia
Edinburgh
3 months ago
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Background:

Veolia is Ireland's leading environmental services company. We provide a comprehensive range of energy, waste and water solutions and are dedicated to carbon reduction, protecting the environment and building the circular economy. We offer all employees a benefits package as standard which includes full VHI cover, pension and education assistance.

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.

We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

Electrical Utilities Technician (Day Role)

Location: GrangeCastle

Duration: Permanent

Background:

Veolia is Ireland's leading environmental services company. We provide a comprehensive range of energy, waste and water solutions and are dedicated to carbon reduction, protecting the environment and building the circular economy.We offer all employees a benefits package as standard which includes full VHI cover, pension and education assistance.

Day to Day of the Role:

  • Work as part of the utilities team and plan work activities in line with maintenance and Process schedule
  • Assist in commissioning activities, Project support and Equipment Vendor Maintenance.
  • Work with the Utilities Department and Engineering Department to plan and schedule the required Maintenance activities
  • Manage and support service or equipment vendors when undertaking Maintenance as required to ensure that applicable standards are adhered to.
  • Liaise with discipline leads to coordinate activities for efficient execution of Maintenance activities.
  • Ensure all PTW and mechanical isolations are in place to perform maintenance works related to mechanical Utilities.
  • Develop cost saving and energy reduction initiatives on utilities systems
  • Updating GMP maintenance documents and drawings to reflect any changes required and to improve operation of maintenance activities.
  • Conduct corrective and preventative maintenance on all operational equipment
  • Proactively problem solve to ensure that operational issues are solved permanently.
  • Ensure corrective action is taken, as required, for all equipment and operational problems to drive continuous improvement in the Plant.
  • Plan and develop maintenance plans where required
  • Operate and Maintain utility systems
  • Respond to any request from operations for utility related issues


Skills required for the role:

  • Apprenticeship or 3rd Level qualification with Mechanical Experience or electrical experience
  • Minimum of 3 years' experience in Mechanical /electrical utilities or process maintenance.
  • Must have experience working within the Pharmaceutical or Biologics industry.
  • Strong practical Mechanical knowledge.
  • Have the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
  • Strong problem solving and fault-finding skills.
  • Good interpersonal skills and a self-starter.
  • Execution of mechanical/electrical preventative and corrective maintenance tasks on production systems and equipment, such as pumps, autoclaves, inspection machines, etc within the production area.
  • Supporting both the electrical and calibration departments within the production area.
  • Follow all relevant SOP's and procedures when completing maintenance tasks
  • Ensure all works executed are recorded on the relevant CMMS systems
  • Acute awareness of GMP practices.
  • Ability to read mechanical drawings and system P&ID's
  • Maintain all documentation in an organized and controlled manner, in compliance with client procedures
  • Attend daily meeting and provide status updates. `
  • Have excellent trouble shooting and problem-solving skills, which above all, pose no risk to health and secondly provide no potential risk to any systems.
  • Demonstrate ownership and show initiative to resolve issues in a timely manner in a high paced, schedule driven environment
  • Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices, to ensure compatibility and safety of system.
  • Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and to ensure compliance with codes.
  • Must have a working knowledge of pump rebuilds, bearing and seal changes, etc
  • Ability to read mechanical drawings and P&ID's
  • An ability to work independently and as a member of a team in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and the ability to remain calm and focused when dealing with multiple tasks.
  • Literacy in computer operating systems and applications such as Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint etc.
  • Possess excellent communication / documentation and interpersonal skills
  • Flexibility and accountability
  • Understanding of instrumentation and associated control systems


Please note:

If you are an EU/EEA national, you will be asked to show proof of right to work in Ireland.

If you are a non-EU/EEA national , you will require current and valid permission to work and reside in the Republic of Ireland.

Information on legislation and guides to the procedures in relation to obtaining greencard permits ,work permits, spousal/dependant permits is available on the Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation website.

Please note:

If you are an EU/EEA national, you will be asked to show proof of right to work in Ireland.

If you are a non-EU/EEA national , you will require current and valid permission to work and reside in the Republic of Ireland.

Information on legislation and guides to the procedures in relation to obtaining greencard permits ,work permits, spousal/dependant permits is available on the Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation website.

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