Diesel Power Generation Technician

Job reference: BAS 20/07a Contract type: Antarctic Contract Duration: Winter - 13 to 18 Months Salary: GBP24,685 per annum initially. Additionally, upon completion of a successful tour, you will receive a bonus of up to 10%. Benefits: We offer generous benefits T eam: Antarctic employment pool team Location: Antarctica - Rothera, Halley, KEP Closing date: 27 September, :59 pm

Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, please note there may be delays to our recruitment timeline.

Description

Please be aware that due to the complications arising from the pandemic we may not be in a position to offer a role this year as a result of this advert. We will discuss the possibility of employment at a later date with any successful candidates.

British Antarctic Survey is offering a unique opportunity as a Diesel Power Generation Technician in Antarctica.

What is about?

We are recruiting experienced and skilled technicians to take responsibility for maintenance, repair and support of all Diesel generators as well as other mobile plant and small petrol generators and equipment at our research stations in Antarctica. The ideal candidate will be a proficient mechanic and have a good upstanding of engine generator controls. Candidate with a knowledge gap in generator controls will go through appropriate training and will be supported on site by electrical technicians.

We are offering a rare opportunity to do what may seem like an ordinary job in the most extraordinary place on Earth. The UK's polar research effort is critically important for understanding environmental issues that affect everyone. Antarctica is also the most exhilarating and spectacular workplace you could imagine.

You will have served a full apprenticeship, have a BTEC, relevant City & guilds or NVQ with a recognised qualification within the within the petrol/diesel fuelled engine maintenance industry, and have post qualification/apprenticeship practical site experience.

With high levels of self-motivation and strong team-working skills you will be able to manage your time well, anticipate problems and take responsibility for reporting issues to your managers and fellow team members.

Who are we?

British Antarctic Survey (BAS) delivers and enables world-leading interdisciplinary research in the Polar Regions. Its skilled science and support staff based in Cambridge, Antarctica and the Arctic, work together to deliver research that uses the Polar Regions to advance our understanding of Earth as a sustainable planet. Through its extensive logistic capability and know how BAS facilitates access for the British and international science community to the UK polar research operation. Numerous national and international collaborations, combined with an excellent infrastructure help sustain a world leading position for the UK in Antarctic affairs. British Antarctic Survey is a component of the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC). NERC is part of UK Research and Innovation.

We employ experts from many different professions to carry out our Science as well as keep the keep the lights on, feed the research and support teams and keep everyone safe! If you are looking for an opportunity to work with amazing people in amazing places then British Antarctic Survey could be for you. We aim to attract the best people for those jobs.

Purpose

As a member of the Maintenance Team (Estates) you will be responsible for supporting continuous power demand at our research station. The stations operates on 400v 3ph produced from a variety of engines from 144kw down to 50kw generator sets. As well as the heavy diesel maintenance, you will be responsible for generator fuelling and monitoring of bulk fuel storage.

Qualification

Served full apprenticeship, BTEC, relevant City & Guilds or NVQ.

Recognised qualification within the petrol / diesel fuelled engine maintenance industry.

Duties

Working under the direction of, and reporting to, your line manager and Research Station Leader you will contribute your expertise and skills to support the efficient operation, maintenance and repair of:

• All Diesel generators.
• All non-mobile plant and equipment. Both petrol and diesel.
• All Mobile generator plant
• All mobile plant and equipment i.e. Nifty Lift, air compressors, chain saws etc.
• Some aspects of power generation and controllers.
• Bulk fuel storage and station fuel transfer

To ensure that operational needs of the research station are met efficiently and effectively you will be responsible for:

• Refuelling the Station bulk fuel tanks.(experience in heavy plant operating is preferable but not mandatory)
• Reporting of problems or work requests to the line manager.
• Carrying out the pre-planned maintenance (PPM) programme.
• Carrying out non-routine repair and maintenance as necessary, to ensure the safe, efficient and effective operational needs of the Station.
• Maintenance of tools and resources required to complete all maintenance and repair works.
• Maintaining and revising material and tools stock lists, to ensure that sufficient and adequate spares, equipment and materials are available to carry out all required PPM. Including all planned and programmed repair / replacement works for the following year.
• Reporting and documenting all works carried out through the PPM system.
• Recording and documenting of all reactive works carried out.
• Recording and advising on the requirement to add elements to the PPM system.
• Recording and documenting weekly and monthly installed meter readings.
• Production of an annual report on the condition of Station plant conditions and services, which should include any recommended improvements.
• Work with and 'stand in for' other staff to ensure the efficient and effective operational needs of the Station are maintained.
• Undertake other general duties as required or directed by the line manager and Station Leader.

Please quote the following reference for any queries: BAS 20/07a
Closing date for receipt of applications form is: 27 September 2020
Interviews are scheduled to be held in October 2020

As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and promoting equality in careers in science, we hold an Athena SWAN Bronze Award and have an active Equality, Diversity and Inclusion programme of activity. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. People from ethnic minorities and disabled people are currently under-represented and their applications are particularly welcome.

Antarctic deployment involves working in a remote and harsh environment where adaptations to working, living and recreation areas are not achievable to a level that might be expected in the UK. There is a Genuine Occupational Requirement to be physically capable of negotiating rough, icy and snowy terrain as well as being mentally resilient and medically fit...... click apply for full job details