MEICA Electrical Technical Advisor - 24269
2
London
London
Thames Barrier SE18 5NJ
Staff Grade 5
Permanent
Full Time
Operational Delivery
£36,389
In addition to the basic salary shown, the following additional allowances will be paid (per annum pro rata):
£3,776 - London Weighting
£3,000 - after qualifying period, site allowance
£3,300 - after a qualifying period, standby allowance
£3,000 - awarded to Incorporated Engineers with IET/IMechE
The Iconic Thames Barrier & Associated Gates (TBAG) play a pivotal role in protecting over £321 billion worth of property and 1.42M people from tidal flooding in London
In this role your key responsibilities will be:
• Organise the day-to-day priorities of the team.
• Draft Risk Assessments, Method Statements.
• Lead on one-to-one and group training/coaching of the team for both in house, external training courses.
• Use correct procurement processes to secure, procure, deliver resources for the team.
Other responsibilities:
Manage feedback to the fault reporting system; prioritise fault rectification actions against planned work; installation, modification to existing systems; identifying failing assets and approving remedial action plans; develop and champion the team culture.
The role is day-work. There may be a requirement to work at height, over water or in confined spaces.
All training, tools and Personal Protective Equipment will be provided.
There will also be the opportunity for a personal development path.
£3,776 - London Weighting
£3,000 - after qualifying period, site allowance
£3,300 - after a qualifying period, standby allowance
£3,000 - awarded to Incorporated Engineers with IET/IMechE
The Iconic Thames Barrier & Associated Gates (TBAG) play a pivotal role in protecting over £321 billion worth of property and 1.42M people from tidal flooding in London
In this role your key responsibilities will be:
• Organise the day-to-day priorities of the team.
• Draft Risk Assessments, Method Statements.
• Lead on one-to-one and group training/coaching of the team for both in house, external training courses.
• Use correct procurement processes to secure, procure, deliver resources for the team.
Other responsibilities:
Manage feedback to the fault reporting system; prioritise fault rectification actions against planned work; installation, modification to existing systems; identifying failing assets and approving remedial action plans; develop and champion the team culture.
The role is day-work. There may be a requirement to work at height, over water or in confined spaces.
All training, tools and Personal Protective Equipment will be provided.
There will also be the opportunity for a personal development path.
The MEICA (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control and Automation) Electrical Team are based at the iconic Thames Barrier in south-east London. They work on a wide variety of electrical and electronic equipment at several large flood defence structures, and at other associated sites along the tidal Thames.
The team also work closely with the Mechanical and Project teams to ensure total reliability of our assets at all times.
The team also work closely with the Mechanical and Project teams to ensure total reliability of our assets at all times.
• BS7671:18th Edition certification is essential
• NVQ 3 in an electrical engineering subject or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of either: PLC systems, inspection and testing, HV or LV distribution, SCADA, instrumentation or BMS
• Able to write Method Statements and Risk Assessments
• Able to read technical drawings
• Experience using computerised maintenance management systems
• IOSH accredited
• Inspection and Testing certified
• Management experience
• Experience of procurement processes
• Full Driving License
• NVQ 3 in an electrical engineering subject or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of either: PLC systems, inspection and testing, HV or LV distribution, SCADA, instrumentation or BMS
• Able to write Method Statements and Risk Assessments
• Able to read technical drawings
• Experience using computerised maintenance management systems
• IOSH accredited
• Inspection and Testing certified
• Management experience
• Experience of procurement processes
• Full Driving License
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and value a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, please include any information about your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We offer a generous pension and many other benefits (see the attached candidate pack)
The role will be based at the Thames Barrier, with interview dates to be confirmed.
For further details please contact Gareth Crouch by email: Gareth.Crouch@environment-agency.gov.uk
Successful applicants will have to undergo a Counter Terrorism Check (CTC) and a Colour Vision Assessment
Occasional travel throughout the area will be required, therefore a full driving licence is essential
We offer a generous pension and many other benefits (see the attached candidate pack)
The role will be based at the Thames Barrier, with interview dates to be confirmed.
For further details please contact Gareth Crouch by email: Gareth.Crouch@environment-agency.gov.uk
Successful applicants will have to undergo a Counter Terrorism Check (CTC) and a Colour Vision Assessment
Occasional travel throughout the area will be required, therefore a full driving licence is essential
02/10/2022, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
MEICA - Maintenance and work management systems
Please provide examples of a time you have demonstrated the competencies set out below (the answer you provide will be assessed as part of your application. Use the STAR technique to structure your answers. As a guide, the 250 could be broken down to 75 words to describe the Situation and Task, 100 words for Action, and 75 words to describe the Result.
Organises and prioritises tasks in order to ensure MEICA assets meet statutory, safety and performance standards. Completes analysis of data gathered, and contributes to reports to inform of risks.
Organises and prioritises tasks in order to ensure MEICA assets meet statutory, safety and performance standards. Completes analysis of data gathered, and contributes to reports to inform of risks.
Achieves Results
Please provide examples of a time you have demonstrated the competencies set out below (the answer you provide will be assessed as part of your application. Use the STAR technique to structure your answers. As a guide, the 250 could be broken down to 75 words to describe the Situation and Task, 100 words for Action, and 75 words to describe the Result.
Sets and delivers high work standards, demonstrates the drive to meet targets. Prioritises and organises tasks and resources to ensure timely achievement of result. Communicates with stakeholders to understand needs and report back outcomes. Able to provide technical input to engineering projects for major works when required.
Sets and delivers high work standards, demonstrates the drive to meet targets. Prioritises and organises tasks and resources to ensure timely achievement of result. Communicates with stakeholders to understand needs and report back outcomes. Able to provide technical input to engineering projects for major works when required.
Health Safety & Wellbeing
Please provide examples of a time you have demonstrated the competencies set out below (the answer you provide will be assessed as part of your application. Use the STAR technique to structure your answers. As a guide, the 250 could be broken down to 75 words to describe the Situation and Task, 100 words for Action, and 75 words to describe the Result.
Understands responsibilities for health and safety on industrial sites, projects, and maintenance activities. Able to write Method Statements and Risk Assessments. Champions Health, Safety & Wellbeing. Conducts active monitoring, actions safety alerts.
Understands responsibilities for health and safety on industrial sites, projects, and maintenance activities. Able to write Method Statements and Risk Assessments. Champions Health, Safety & Wellbeing. Conducts active monitoring, actions safety alerts.
Delivers Results Through Others
Please provide examples of a time you have demonstrated the competencies set out below (the answer you provide will be assessed as part of your application. Use the STAR technique to structure your answers. As a guide, the 250 could be broken down to 75 words to describe the Situation and Task, 100 words for Action, and 75 words to describe the Result.
Assigns workload to deliver strategic outcomes in line with priorities and capabilities. Translates key performance indicators into a team work plan and communicates this effectively. Inspires commitment to undertake work by gaining acceptance and involvement of others. Encourages others to take personal responsibility for outcomes.
Assigns workload to deliver strategic outcomes in line with priorities and capabilities. Translates key performance indicators into a team work plan and communicates this effectively. Inspires commitment to undertake work by gaining acceptance and involvement of others. Encourages others to take personal responsibility for outcomes.
Manages the Business
Please provide examples of a time you have demonstrated the competencies set out below (the answer you provide will be assessed as part of your application. Use the STAR technique to structure your answers. As a guide, the 250 could be broken down to 75 words to describe the Situation and Task, 100 words for Action, and 75 words to describe the Result.
Understands the Environment Agency’s business processes and how to maximise the use of resources in an efficient and effective way. Develops and manages realistic budgets. Monitors and controls expenditure in line with allocated budgets. Secures the ‘best value for money’ by implementing the environment agency procurement process thoroughly and by managing projects and suppliers to agreed budgets and quality standards.
Understands the Environment Agency’s business processes and how to maximise the use of resources in an efficient and effective way. Develops and manages realistic budgets. Monitors and controls expenditure in line with allocated budgets. Secures the ‘best value for money’ by implementing the environment agency procurement process thoroughly and by managing projects and suppliers to agreed budgets and quality standards.
Full UK Driving Licence, CTC and Colour Vision Assessment
– EngTech with IET
If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service. For applicants who currently work in local government or other bodies listed in the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government etc) (Modification) Order 1999, you may be eligible for continuous service for the purpose of calculating any future redundancy payment. If you are unsure of your status then you should contact your own HR Team.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.
This Vacancy is closed to applications.