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REED Engineering are working with a leading public transport organisation

Electrical Control Room Operator (HV)

Annual Salary: £52,084 - £59,015
Location: York,
Job Type: Full-timeJoin our team and play a crucial role in managing the electrical network that powers transport (trains) across the UK, ensuring safe and reliable travel for millions of passengers.

Day-to-day of the role:

Monitor and maintain the electrical supplies across our railway network.
Respond to alarms and telephone calls, resolving any faults and failures promptly.
Learn to recognise different alarm types and understand their meanings to effectively address new challenges.
Work in various shift patterns, including nights, evenings, weekends, and bank holidays, contributing to the safety and efficiency of our railway operations.

Your Training Matters:

Participate in a comprehensive 4-week initial training course at our Control Room in York, followed by 38 weeks of on-the-job training under the guidance of an experienced Electrical Control Room Operator.
Complete a final assessment to fully qualify for the role.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Experience working with High Voltage systems such as overhead lines, power grids, or industrial units.
Comfortable working in high-pressure environments.
Excellent communication skills, capable of delivering safety-critical information clearly and concisely.
Electrical Engineering qualification or similar is essential.
Key non-technical skills include effective communication, willingness to learn, workload management, staying controlled under pressure, working well with others, and problem-solving.

Benefits:

Competitive company pension.
Employee discount.
On-site parking.

Additional Information:

This role requires living within a 60-minute commute of the location.
Mandatory security vetting clearance is required.
Successful candidates must pass a drugs and alcohol test