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Field Service Technician

AT GE Vernova
GE Vernova

Field Service Technician

Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Job Description Summary

GE Vernova's Power Conversion business provides electrification systems that are critical to customers' power and energy needs for their high-performance applications. We work with some of the world's major energy, maritime and industrial organizations, helping to enable a transition to energy efficiency and decarbonization, including through our specialist motors, drives and control technologies.

Job Description

You will primarily be responsible for electrical and/or mechanical technician support to the site teams and repair centres based in Portsmouth but with the opportunity to travel worldwide as required by the Field Service Engineering Leader. In addition, you will carry out installation, maintenance, modifications and material control functions for marine service projects and assist with the construction of power conversion equipment sub-assemblies.

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In this role you will focus on:

  • Following defined procedures to build, refurbish or repair power conversion equipment sub-assemblies.
  • Inspecting GE supplied equipment before delivery, in storage and after installation. You will also carry out planned maintenance before, during and after commissioning.
  • Visiting customer vessels to carry out planned maintenance and assist Field Engineers with breakdowns.
  • Panel wiring modifications and remedial work, upgrade installation on GE supplied equipment.
  • Complying with both company and customer EHS policies and procedures
  • Assisting GE commissioning engineers.
  • Assisting with stores control and movement of material on/off site.

We are looking for a committed and professional individual with:

  • Electrical technicians certificate, mechanical technicians certificate or equivalent, from a reputable College.
  • Practical engineering background.
  • Good communication skills both verbal and written in English.
  • Ability to use basic computer software.
  • A recognised health and safety training.
  • Full clean driving license
  • Flexibility around working patterns in accordance with the Business needs.

What will make you stand out:

  • Ability to work with others, with minimal support, in a customer facing environment.
  • Ability to learn and develop new engineering skills / practices.
  • Previous site experience

You can expect from us:

  • Challenging and exciting projects.
  • A work environment where we understand that not everyone has the same expectations about their jobs, careers and work-life balance and we are happy to discuss flexibility requirements.
  • Attractive compensation.
  • Flexible benefits so you can build a package that fits your personal needs. Some core benefits are: Employer pension contribution (not subject to individual contribution), Income protection, Private Health Insurance and Life Assurance.
  • 26 days vacation + bank holidays.

Additional Information:

For this role, you will:

  • Need to be a British national to be eligible due to the sensitive nature of the work.
  • Have to already possess or have the ability to obtain MoD Security Clearance.
  • Need to meet required medial standard for offshore work and sea survival.
  • Need to partake in helicopter underwater escape training.
  • Need to be comfortable working at site and at sea during ship servicing and repair at short notice.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Client-provided location(s): Portsmouth, UK
Job ID: GE_power-891470972
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Unconscious Bias Training

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