Location

Tamworth, Staffordshire

Application Deadline

Saturday, November 30, 2024

Job Summary

Join Our Team at BPA: Officially Where it's a Great Place to Work!

Job Title: Electrical Technician
Department: Operations
Location: Kingsbury, Nr Tamworth, Staffordshire (Site Based with travel)
Reports to: Electrical Supervisor

Hours of Work: Mon-Fri 8am - 4pm

About BPA:

At BPA, we are at the forefront of the hydrocarbon transport and storage industry, proudly owned 50/50 by BP and Shell-two of the world's leading oil majors. With around 180 dedicated professionals across the UK, we play a vital role in "Keeping the UK Moving 24/7/365" by operating a variety of onshore facilities and provide our renowned operational and engineering consultancy services worldwide. Our dedication to excellence is reflected in our lively membership in key industry bodies and our adherence to internationally accredited standards.

Our People:

What sets BPA apart is our people. Our clients choose us for our professionalism, capability, and depth of experience. With over a century of combined industry knowledge, our Leadership team is passionate about developing the potential of our staff. We invest heavily in ongoing training and development to ensure our teams not only have fulfilling careers but also deliver 'best in class' technical advice and services to our clients.

What's the Job About?

Ready to power up your career? As a key player in our team, you'll be at the forefront of maintaining the integrity of our cutting-edge electrical systems. You'll ensure compliance with both company and statutory requirements, answering swiftly to breakdowns and overseeing a robust maintenance and inspection system across our allocated plant and equipment locations. This role is crucial in keeping our COMAH Top Tier storage terminals and pipeline systems operating smoothly and efficiently.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Maintenance Master: You'll be the go-to expert, ensuring 98% plant availability targets are met across our COMAH Top and Lower Tier storage terminals and pipelines.
• 24/7 Troubleshooter: You'll join our out-of-hours call-out roster, ready to tackle troubleshooting and corrective maintenance (call out roster will vary by team size and operational requirements but will typically be 1 in 3 weeks).
• Operational Support: Provide operational support, from procurement of spare parts to ensuring the availability of critical equipment.
• Team Player: Supporting colleagues and supervising contractors, enforcing safe systems of work, and acting as a key member of company committees and working groups.

What You'll Need:

Essential Skills & Experience:

• A recognised professional qualification in a relevant electrical discipline (NVQ level 3 or equivalent).
• Hands-on experience in electrical maintenance, fault finding, and supervisory roles within an industrial environment.
• Good communication skills and proficiency in English, both written and oral.
• A full and valid driving licence.

What's on Offer

• Average On-Target Earnings: The potential to earn in the region of 45-47k
• Basic Salary: £32,000 - £37,000, depending on skills and experience.
• Standby Allowance: £2,911 per annum (currently based on a 1-in-3 standby rota).
• Overtime: Overtime paid at time and a half (x1.5) and double time (x2).
• Company Van: A company van is provided

• Private Medical Cover: Enjoy comprehensive Vitality private medical insurance, with added rewards for healthy living and fitness activities.
• Generous Pension Scheme: Our company contribution ranges from 6% to 12%, with a minimum employee contribution of just 2%.
• Life Insurance: Benefit from coverage at 4 times your annual salary.
• Annual Bonus: Earn up to 12% of your salary based on company performance, with an additional 6% for standout performers.
• Generous Holiday Entitlement: 28 days (FTE) plus 8 bank holidays, with the option to purchase an additional 5 days.
• Annual Party: Celebrate with us at our company-sponsored event which includes an overnight stay for you and your guest.
• Family-Friendly Policies: Access a range of accommodating policies, many with day 1 rights tailored to support work/life balance.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Confidential support including counselling, resources for financial wellbeing and mental health and a suite of savings and discounts to make your money go further.

Ready to electrify your career? Join us and become a vital part of a team that literally Keeps the UK Moving 24/7/365!

Apply today and be part of our journey!