Hanley Calibration are currently looking to hire a EC&I Technician. This position is based at our clients' site in North Kerry. The role is a days only (normal working week).
Key Responsibilities
Electrical
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Carry out planned preventive maintenance (PPM) and corrective maintenance on HV/LV electrical systems, switchgear, transformers, motors, and associated equipment
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Perform electrical fault-finding, diagnostics, and repair activities on plant electrical infrastructure
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Participate in HV/LV switching operations in accordance with site safety rules and procedures
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Maintain and test UPS systems, battery banks, and emergency generation equipment
Control & Instrumentation
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Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot process instrumentation including pressure transmitters, temperature sensors, flow meters, level instruments, and analysers
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Perform maintenance and configuration of PLCs, MarkVie, and SCADA systems
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Carry out loop testing, function testing, and commissioning of control and safety systems
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Diagnose and resolve control system faults to minimise plant downtime
General Duties
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Work in compliance with all Health & Safety regulations including ATEX requirements where applicable
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Complete all maintenance records and documentation accurately using the site CMMS (Computerised Maintenance Management System) (Maximo IBM)
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Liaise with contractors, OEM representatives, and engineering teams during maintenance activities
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Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance plant reliability and efficiency
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Participate in an on-call rota to provide 24/7 maintenance cover as required
Qualifications & Experience
Essential
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FETAC/QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Electrical/Instrumentation Engineering or equivalent trade qualification (City & Guilds, BTEC, etc.)
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Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience in a power generation, utilities, oil & gas, or heavy industrial environment
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Proven experience in fault diagnosis and maintenance of electrical, control, and instrumentation systems
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Sound knowledge of HV/LV switching and permit-to-work (PTW) systems
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Familiarity with PLC/DCS/SCADA systems (e.g., Siemens, ABB, Emerson, GE)
Desirable
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Experience working in a power generation environment (gas turbine, steam, or similar)
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Knowledge of ATEX/IECEx equipment and hazardous area classifications
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Familiarity with IEC 61511 (Functional Safety) standards
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Experience with Maximo PM or equivalent CMMS
Manual Handling, Working at Heights, and Confined Space certifications
