EC&I Technician (Helensburgh)

Location: Finnart OFD, Helensburgh, Argyll & Bute

The role: We are looking to appoint an additional EC&I Technician to take responsibility for all reactive and preventative maintenance across a variety of critical equipment, including electrical distribution systems, motors, drives, switch gear, and control systems and instrumentation in respect to EC&I Engineering activities within our new Finnart OFD (Oil Fuel Depot) at Helensburgh, Argyll & Bute. The successful post holder will ensure that all aspects of work are executed on time and in full compliance with company standards and UK / European legislation, and provide first line maintenance of the BPCS (Basic Process Control System) and associated equipment. Although this role is based at Finnart OFD, Helensburgh there may be a requirement on occasions to cover some of our other OFD’s located in the UK. With some occasional travel with overnight stays, therefore a full (preferably clean) UK driving licence is essential for this role. You will also need to be willing to undertake overtime if required during the week and weekends although this is not mandatory.

Responsibilities:

• Providing Electrical Maintenance activities and technical support for day-to-day operations across the Oil Fuel Depots.
• Troubleshoot assigned Electrical Maintenance and rectification problems, resolving and documenting any issues.
• Complete routine and quality inspections of electrical systems across the OPA, ensuring compliance to the relevant standards.
• Application of electrical responsibilities follow industry standards including COMAH, DSEAR, EAWR & HASAWA (Desirable).
• Complete all assigned tasks safely, to the required quality and timeframes (Including investigation/troubleshooting, planned repair scopes, pro-active and re-active maintenance).
• Knowledge of instrument maintenance system would be advantageous; however, training on OPA instrument system would be provided.

The candidate: The successful candidate will need to be qualified in a relevant Engineering Technician discipline, with a recognised technical qualification and have completed a Modern-Day Apprenticeship, with proven experience as Electrical Control & Instrumentation Technician who can be responsible for their own quality of maintenance, service, and repair of plant. You will preferably have experience in hazardous operations, operated under COMAH regulations, be able to demonstrate a safe working record, be compliant with systems and procedures, and able to maintain a calm and effective approach in difficult/reactive situations. EC&I Technicians must be able to accept responsibility for the completion of jobs and, if required, supervise other operatives. They must also have a thorough working knowledge of the National Working Rules for the Electrical Industry, Electricity at Work Regulations 1989, Electricity Supply Regulations, and have the desire to undertake any additional training required to evolve the necessary skills on an Instrument and control front. Individuals must be medically fit to undergo Breathing Apparatus and Confined Space training and operations, as well as having full colour vision.

Essential Skills / Knowledge:

• 18th Edition (BS7671).
• Must have been a registered apprentice or undergone some equivalent method of training and have had practical training in electrical installation work.
• Must have obtained an NVQ Level 3 in electrical installation work (or approved equivalent).
• Must have had two years’ experience working as an Electrician after the satisfactory completion of training and immediately prior to the application of an Electrical grade card.
• Must have demonstrated competence and obtained a suitable qualification (the City & Guilds 2391 is a suitable qualification) in the inspection, testing, commissioning, and certification of electrical installations.
• Electrical Maintenance Experience, of maintaining Motors, Switchgear, MCC Control Panels, is highly desirable.

Desirable Skills / Knowledge:

• City & Guilds 2391-52 Electrical Inspection & Testing (Desirable).
• Experience in hazardous operations, operated under COMAH regulations with previous exposure to CompEx EX01-EX04 (Desirable).
• Any skills gap training will be provided to the successful candidate.

Stage 1 Interviews: 10 September 2026 (By Teams)

Stage 2 Interviews: 21 September (Face to face, at Helensburgh OFD)

The Organisation: The Oil & Pipelines Agency is a Public Corporation formed by the Oil and Pipelines Act 1985. Our current primary purpose is to manage, operate and maintain 6 Naval OFD’s (Oil Fuel Depots) and 1 Petroleum Storage Depot in the UK, as well as overseas, on behalf of the MOD. We currently have around 200 employees in the UK.

The Benefits:

• 30 days Holiday [Plus Bank Holidays]
• 4 x annual salary life assurance [after probation] & Group Income Protection Policy
• Generous Pension Scheme
• Group Healthcare Scheme (permanent staff only)

Our Mission: To deliver and enable optimal energy outcomes, in order to enable resilience, operational capability and advantage for UK Defence.

Our Vision: To be the enduring partner of choice for UK Defence operational energy delivery.