At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate and maintain life support systems for marine conservation and public safety.
- Company: Join the Ocean Conservation Trust and make a difference for our oceans.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hours, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic role with varied shifts and excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to ocean conservation and sustainability.
- Qualifications: NVQ3 in Electrical & Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
- To deliver the Ocean Conservation Trust’s (OCT) Mission of ‘Connecting us with our Ocean’ by way of the operation and maintenance of Life Support Systems (LSS) and building services
- Ensure all systems are operated and maintained in accordance with statutory regulations and company policy.
- Maintain service provision within Service Level Agreements
- Ensure all areas of the National Marine Aquarium (NMA) site are fit for purpose and maintained to a high standard expected by NMA customers, clients and staff
- To adhere to the Core Values of the OCT which are: Positivity, Respect, Integrity, Diversity and Inclusion and Engagement.
- General – Duties
- To assist other Engineers, the Engineering Manager & Head of Asset Transformation and Net Zero in ensuring that the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, and all related legislation (including environmental) are adhered to.
- Ensure that the NMA site is maintained with a high level of focus on public safety.
- To provide, an out-of-hours emergency response service (on-call rota) and ensure actions are communicated to the Engineering Manager and Engineering team.
- The operation and maintenance of the main life support systems (LSS) for aquarium livestock.
- PPM’s and Reactive Maintenance of building services for the aquarium, restaurant, gift shop, catering outlets and learning centre.
- Work with the Engineering and Husbandry Teams to ensure that water quality to all life support systems is maintained within SLAs and ensure close coordination of activities.
- Assist other Engineers, the Engineering Manager & Head of Head of Asset Transformation and Net Zero by carrying out delegated tasks to ensure that the NMA buildings, estate and facilities are maintained cost effectively to a high standard via technical systems, regular site inspections and both planned and reactive maintenance throughout the facility.
- Assist other Engineers, the Engineering Manager & Head of Head of Asset Transformation and Net Zero in ensuring that all equipment is maintained in good working order in accordance with maintenance schedules and manufacturers’ O&M manuals.
- Respond to ad-hoc technical support and assistance to other departments as and when required.
- The supervision of external contractors, providing technical advice and assistance as necessary, ensuring adherence to Health & Safety legislation.
- Undertake training as deemed appropriate to your role.
- At all times to behave in a safe and responsible manner in accordance with the company Health & Safety policy and the requirements of Health & Safety legislation relating to your responsibilities and to promote and act in the employer’s best interest.
- To adopt a flexible approach to working hours to ensure the viability of NMA operations. This includes varied shift patterns.
- To provide assistance to co-workers as required.
- To carry out other activities as appropriate on the instruction of the Engineering Manager, Head of Asset Transformation and Net Zero, CEO or other Senior Managers.
- Provide support to and mentor any Apprentice Engineers in employment.
- Duty Engineer
- To undertake the role of Duty Engineer on an agreed rota system as directed by the Engineering Manager and to be within mobile data or wi-fi coverage and within 30 mins of the NMA whilst Duty Engineer.
Flexibility with Duty Engineer shifts to ensure coverage during periods of holidays and sickness.
- To closely follow Duty Engineering responsibilities and lone working procedures during any out-of-hours emergency call-out.
- To act as Emergency Evacuation Officer in the event of an emergency warning signal or evacuation.
Qualifications and Experience
- Ideally be qualified to a minimum of NVQ3 in Electrical & Mechanical Engineering, time served 3-year apprenticeship or equivalent.
- Good electrical engineering skills i. e. supply and distribution, 12, 24, 230 & 415V, sensors, probes, relays, contactors and control systems.
- Good mechanical engineering skills i. e. pumps, fans, HVCA, heat exchangers, pipework and fittings, pneumatics
- Good multi-discipline fault-finding and emergency correction skills
- A good level of IT skills to encompass MS Office packages and specific building services software.
- A good appreciation of H&S requirements associated with building and plant maintenance.
- Varied additional qualifications and experience i. e. Work at Height, Confined Space, Electricity at Work, 18th Edition, L8
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Life support systems Engineer (multi skilled) in Plymouth employer: Ocean Conservation Trust
The Ocean Conservation Trust is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to marine conservation while working in a vibrant and supportive environment at the National Marine Aquarium. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we provide training and mentorship for aspiring engineers, alongside a culture that values positivity, respect, and inclusion. Our flexible working arrangements and focus on public safety ensure that you can thrive both personally and professionally while making a meaningful impact on ocean conservation.
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