Operations Technician

About the Role

BnM is seeking an Operations Technician to support the operation and oversight of electricity generating assets at its Edenderry facility in County Meath, Ireland. The primary focus will be maximizing availability, efficiency, and commercial performance of thermal generating assets, while ensuring safety, environmental compliance, and equipment integrity in a shift-based position.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor thermal generation equipment to optimize asset availability and process efficiency, ensuring compliance with the Integrated Pollution Prevention & Control (IPPC) licence and other business targets.
• Maximize revenues from ancillary services by updating plant status to the grid system operator, avoiding penalties, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Uphold health and safety standards as a competent person under Edenderry Safety Rules, overseeing environmental licence compliance and maintaining the site's Environmental Protection Licence (EPL).
• Manage site security, property access, and act as first responder during emergencies.
• Operate assets in line with System Operator instructions and Integrated Single Electricity Market (I-SEM) rules to optimize commercial outcomes.
• Handle delivery intake, perform materials sampling, and arrange sample submissions to laboratories.
• Perform fault detection and recording within maintenance management systems; assist with maintenance and repair during outages or breakdowns.
• Contribute actively to Plant Business Management System implementation and participate in overall plant management and staff development.
• Maintain effective communication with plant owners, stakeholders, regulatory authorities, suppliers, and contractors; coordinate with electricity supply authorities on outages and supply reliability.
• Abide by all company health, safety, and welfare policies to protect employees and the public.
• Engage actively in Performance Management processes to achieve both personal and team objectives.

Candidate Profile

• Possession of an electrical, mechanical, or automation craft qualification, preferably with some power plant or process experience.
• Prior experience is advantageous but not mandatory as comprehensive training will be offered.
• Proven ability to link daily operational activities to strategic goals and foster effective two-way communication internally and externally.
• Professional certifications or memberships demonstrating suitability for the role are valued.
• Familiarity with electrical, mechanical, or automation systems is preferred.
• Experience or awareness of electricity industry policies and regulations is desirable but not essential.

Additional Information

Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates. BnM is committed to equal opportunity employment. The deadline to apply is on or before 21 August 2026.