Cruachan Production Support Engineer in Newcastle upon Tyne

Who we are: We’re not just talking about making a difference, we’re making it happen. We generate dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in an uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become the global leader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals. You’ll be joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers and business champions. We’re enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all, and working hard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come.

About the role: As part of the Hydro Team, the Production Support Engineer will;

• Lead and develop the production team, managing performance, training, HR processes, and ensuring delivery against targets.
• Drive safe and efficient operations through audits, resource planning, team coordination, and deputising for leadership as required.
• Plan, schedule, and oversee operational and maintenance activities, managing work orders, risk assessments, MMS compliance, and the development of job plans, PMs, and asset data.
• Analyse and report production performance, coordinating with trading and commercial teams to optimise plant strategy, outage planning, and market delivery.
• Support incident reporting and investigations, while driving safety and compliance through audits across health, environmental, quality, and business standards.
• Provide operational support and emergency cover while collaborating across teams to resolve issues, deliver plant improvements, support outages, and maintain procedures and safe operation across sites.
• Lead safety compliance and coordination, undertaking key safety roles, overseeing work sponsorship, and supporting the development, training, and application of Safety Rules and procedures across the site.
• Provide administrative, systems, and training support, utilising key IT platforms while maintaining records, supporting compliance activities, and contributing to the ongoing development of team capability.

Who we’re looking for: To be successful in this role you’ll ideally have…

• A HNC in Engineering (or equivalent) with experience in plant operations, maintenance, or power generation.
• An IOSH certified, with Safety Coordinator authorisation (or willingness to obtain) under Generation Safety Rules.
• Strong knowledge of work control processes and CMMS (e.g. Maximo), including planning, scheduling, and work order management.
• Confidence in using key IT systems (e.g. Microsoft Office, SharePoint, PI, Eclipse, Evotix).
• An analytical and solution-focused mindset, with the ability to investigate plant issues and drive improvements.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, able to influence, coach, and clearly explain complex information.
• An understanding of electricity markets and optimising plant performance, and be commercially aware.

Rewards and benefits: As you help us to shape the future, we’ve shaped our rewards and benefits to help you thrive and support your lifestyle. If successful in this role you’ll get:

• A discretionary bonus depending on company performance
• Private Healthcare
• SAYE (Sharesave): discretionary scheme from time to time
• Personal accident cover
• Group personal pension plan where we’ll pay up to 10%
• Holiday 25 days plus bank holidays
• Reimbursement of the cost of your annual membership of one relevant and appropriate professional body

We’re committed to making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we all face. Drax is where your individual purpose can work alongside your career drive. We work as part of a team that shares a passion for doing what’s right for the future. With Drax you can shape your career and a future for generations to come. Together, we make it happen.

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