Field Installation and Commissioning Engineer – Cambridge and Antarctica

Field Installation and Commissioning Engineer – Cambridge and Antarctica

Job reference: BAS 76/19

Contract type: Full Time

Duration: Fixed-Term Appointment (4 Years)

Salary: Starting from £30,782 per annum.

Benefits: We offer generous benefits

Team: British Antarctic Survey

Location: Cambridge and Antarctica (Halley VI Research Station)

Closing date: 7 July, 2019 11:59 pm

Description

The British Antarctic Survey (BAS) are looking for a Field Installation and Commissioning Engineer to join the Estates Team. The role will be based in Cambridge but will involve regular duty in the polar regions, principally at Halley VI Research Station.

This role will be responsible for the yearly commissioning and decommissioning of the stations LTHW/ HVAC and CHP systems as well as the planning, procurement and installation of any additional electrical services required at Halley research station, the ongoing maintenance of the electrical services including controls, fire safety systems, lighting and power.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in electrical installation and maintenance on a multi-function site. You will need knowledge of various electrical installations from 3phase distribution to control systems. You will also need excellent interpersonal and communication skills in order to work cohesively in remote environments.

Purpose

Due to the Changing dynamic of Halley Research station, we have an opportunity for a Field installation and commissioning Engineer with electrical bias to work alongside the Facilities Engineer.

You report to the Facilites engineer and be responsible for the yearly commissioning and decommissioning of the stations LTHW/ HVAC and CHP systems as well as the planning, procurement and installation of any additional electrical services required at Halley research station, the ongoing maintenance of the electrical services including controls, fire safety systems, lighting and power.

You will be required to work in Cambridge office in the UK summer and required to spend up to 4 months at Halley during the UK winter. Knowledge of Halley is beneficial but not essential.

You must be comfortable working in an office environment and being a hands on engineer as well as part of the station management team and relish the challenge working remotely in a challenging environment.

The ideal candidate should have good communication skills, be adaptive and responsive to the ever-changing environment of the Antarctic.

Qualification

NVQ, HNC or BTEC in appropriate discipline.

Duties

Office based duties:

• Design electrical installations

• Create material take offs and quotations for procurement

• Ensure safety and compliance of all electrical installations and systems

• Plan the season work load working with various stakeholders to achieve BAS science objectives

• Produce a comprehensive commissioning procedure for Halley

• Manage stock, material and tooling for ongoing maintenance.

• Update CAFM systems with new maintenance requirements

• Assist the Facilities engineer with the season planning, including procurement of spares & consumables

On site duties:

• Ensure the electrical safety of Halley Research station

• Working with the mechanical engineer, commission LTHW/ HVAC and CHP systems

• Carrying out the commissioning, maintenance and repair of electrical control systems

• Be hands on to complete low voltage electrical installations work

• Perform general maintenance task as prescribed by the CAFM tool

• Co-ordinate the technical team and implement planned works

• Document design changes, commissioning progress, site reports

• Co-ordinate and/ or carry out periodical tests and inspections of electrical installations.

• Be a proactive member of the station management & engineering teams

• Adhering and working to health and safety legislations

• Adherence to company policies and procedures

What we are looking for:

• Experience and knowledge of BMS controls and commissioning (Schneider preferable)

• Experience and knowledge in control software and hardware interfaces

• Fault finding experience in control panels and wiring

• Design basic electrical installations and alterations

• Hands on experience in cable management, cable termination. SWA/ H07 and panel control wiring

Additional requirement but not essential:

• Knowledge and understanding of electrical statutory compliance works

• Knowledge and understanding of the Fire reform order 2005

• Knowledge of diesel power generation CHP systems

• Mechanical knowledge of LTHW and HVAC systems

On-line application forms and further information are available on our website by clicking APPLY

These are also available from the Human Resources Section, British Antarctic Survey, High Cross, Madingley Road, Cambridge, CB3 0ET. Tel: (01223) 221508.

Please quote reference: BAS 76/19

Closing date for receipt of application forms is: 7th July 2019

Interviews are scheduled to be held on: w/c 15th July

Proposed start date: As soon as possible.

BAS is an Equal Opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and promoting equality in careers in science, we hold an Athena SWAN Bronze Award and have an active Equality, Diversity and Inclusion programme of activity. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. People from ethnic minorities and disabled people are currently under-represented and their applications are particularly welcome. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for the job. We are open to a range of flexible working options including part-time or full-time employment as well as flexible hours due to caring or other commitments.  You will need to be physically capable and medically fit to work in Antarctic conditions.