As a guide I would expect the following experience from potential candidates, or in the position of attaining,

* Boiler operation and steam raising.

* Leadership skills

* Permit to work preparation, issuing and cancelling.

* Plant and equipment isolations including HV and LV

* Has held Authorised or Senior Authorisation Person status and has working knowledge of site safety rules.

* Hold a safety certification, IOSH or NEBOSH

* Good analytical problem-solving skills.

* Power Generation and Turbine Operation.

* Balance of plant including Compressors and cooling plant

* DCS control

* Flue Gas Treatment