Trainee Control Room Operator - #1785162

Job Description

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world. 

Wood is recruiting for an Trainee Control Room Operator to join its Asset Management and Operational Services (AMOS) group within our Clean Energy division based in Glasgow.

The role manages the day-to-day work control process across the wind, battery storage and solar portfolio on a 24 hour, 7 days a week, 365 day a year as part of a shift rotation.

The Role

This role has the responsibility for ensuring that all operational activities across the portfolio of renewable energy assets are co-ordinated, controlled and monitored to maximise safe and effective operations in accordance with Wood procedures, Wind Turbine Safety Rules and other grid / regulatory requirements.

The individual is responsible for real – time energy trading updates and coordinating with the Energy Management operational control desk to maximize output.

Our Clients and Projects 

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

With a dynamic and experienced group of project managers, engineers, scientists and technical consultants, we can support our clients’ goals throughout the entire project life cycle of their renewable assets

Wood’s Asset Management And Operational Services (AMOS) Team Is Part Of The Clean Energy Group And Consists Of Multi-disciplined Service Lines That Provide The Following Services

• 24/7 Control Room Services across wind, battery and solar sites
• Technical Asset Management
• Wind measurement services including Lidar
• Wind Turbine Operations and Maintenance
  
  

What We Can Offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
• Competitive renumeration package with regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
• Flexible benefits package inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), plus the potential for one additional ‘flex day’ per month. Further benefits include a generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance; all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your own lifestyle
• Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
• Global connections: join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession
• Energy Transition Academy; join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems – delivered by experts in their field
  
  

Responsibilities

Typical responsibilities:

• Ensure safe, efficient and compliant operation of the wind, Battery and Solar portfolio
• Remote re-setting of faults to maximise energy capture across the portfolio
• Responsible for the Transfer of Control of the Wind Turbine Generator Plant and/or LV Apparatus, under the Wind Turbine Safety Rules (WTSR)
• Real-time updating of energy trading related IT systems
• Interface with the Energy Management operational control desk to ensure the optimal output
• Monitor site SCADA & CCTV systems to ensure that safe operational conditions are maintained
• In the event of emergency situations, initiation of appropriate response procedures
• Receive and initiate instructions as required from the Transmission and Distribution Network operators
• Help to ensure that only competent persons are approved for working on the wind, battery and solar assets
• Act as emergency contact on all Operational sites in the event of an emergency and initiate the relevant emergency procedure
• Control work orders for routine and non-routine maintenance work
• Ensure that training records and medical records for those that are permitted to climb turbines on Energy sites are correct and up to date
• To assist with other H&S or Operational duties as required
  
  

Qualifications

Skills And Qualifications

What makes you remarkable? 

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges. 

Expected

• Knowledge of electro-mechanical generating plant and apparatus
• Good organisational and interpersonal skills
• Strong communication skills
• Strong knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office packages
• Ability to adapt quickly to a rapidly changing working environment
• Ability to work a shift pattern covering both dayshift and nightshift
  
  

Desirable

• Knowledge of LV/HV systems and Wind Turbine Safety Rules
• Health and Safety Qualification (e.g. IOSH Managing Safely) or experience
• High degree of self-motivation with a flexible approach to work
• Previous work experience in Operation of renewable energy assets
  
  

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.