Graduate Product Technician In Shoreham! in Shoreham-by-Sea

VPI is a leading international power company. Backed by Vitol, they play a vital role in the energy transition, helping to bridge the gap between the now and the next. VPI’s combination of trading and operational mindsets uniquely positions them to anticipate and solve challenges as the transition unfolds. VPI help their customers tackle their energy needs - whether that’s working with governments to strengthen energy security, partnering with grid operators to enhance stability, or enabling investors to expand into new power solutions. They do this by developing, building, operating and optimising power assets that deliver reliable, flexible and low‑carbon energy to millions of homes and businesses across their markets. Today, VPI operate in the UK, Ireland and Germany.

The two‑year graduate programme will provide the candidate with a thorough knowledge of all aspects of all production related activities at the station. The following will be included:

• Carrying out operational routines, familiarisation with the Safety Rules process and identifying control and instrumentation devices and assets.
• The programme will include a number of objectives for each placement, and the candidate will be expected to prepare presentations demonstrating how these were delivered and the key learning points.
• Implement the safety rules up to the level of HV Senior Authorised Person / Safety Co‑ordinator (in accordance with development matrix) and ensure safety from the system is achieved.
• Communicate with management and National Grid to ensure designated station meets its obligations under REMIT and load profiles are followed/ maintained.
• Carry out self‑audits on the application of HSE legislation on site and undertake behavioural audits of contractors and site staff.

At the end of the graduate scheme, you will be expected to:

• Start, stop and operate a CCGT using computer‑based systems, physical plant system including emergency situations protecting the environment, people and plant.
• Have the technical capability to optimise plant performance using physical and computer‑based indicators.
• Be able to handle complex information and make informed decisions under pressure that impact H&S, plant availability and EBITDA.

Additional Benefits:

• 25 days holiday: This will be prorated, plus bank holidays.
• PMI: Personal Medical Insurance for self.
• Insurance: Life Assurance – 6x base salary.
• Overtime: 1.5x salary (must be pre‑approved).
• Pension: Scottish Widows, includes employer contribution to a maximum of 10%.
• Perkbox: Points and benefits program, including £50 annual Christmas gift via Perkbox rewards.
• Site Gym.
• Membership of sites Sports and Social club.
• Free parking at site.
• Free EV charging at sites.

Who is suitable to apply?

• Educated to Degree standard in Mechanical, Aeronautical, Electrical and Electronics Engineering.
• A positive 'can do' mentality, self‑motivated, setting the right behaviours.
• An ability to think laterally and flexibly to deliver solutions and a 'process driven' focus to delivery.
• Ability to handle multiple work projects running together as the business need arises.
• Desire to learn about the UK power market.
• Good organisational skills.
• Strong IT and Microsoft office capabilities.
• Can be within a 1‑hour commute from the power station site.
• Right to work in the UK.
• A valid Driving License and access to a car is essential.