Power Generation Operator

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• Tailored career and development opportunities
• Position will be based at Exmouth W.A.
• Flexibility to focus on career, family, and lifestyle
• 12 month fixed term contract

Raytheon Australia works closely with the Australian Defence Force as its trusted capability partner to deliver some of the most complex and ground-breaking engineering and technology projects in the country.

Since 2011, Raytheon Australia have been contracted to deliver facilities services in support of the Harold E. Holt (HEH) Defence Precinct in Exmouth, Western Australia. Home to the Very Low Frequency (VLF) radio transmission capability, adding a critical contribution to Australias space domain awareness and battlespace awareness missions.

Right now, we are experiencing rapid growth and are seeking a bright and energised Power Generation Operator to join our inspired team.

In return, we will support you with access to best practice tools, systems and processes while continually investing in your growth by providing tailored learning and development opportunities.

To support our mission, Raytheon Australia is currently seeking a motivated individual who is ready to work with a diverse, talented, and enthusiastic team on-site in Exmouth WA.

If you are ready for the next step in your career and wanting a sea change, then this role is for you.

Reporting to the Power Generation Supervisor, you will be responsible for controlling, monitoring, maintaining, and operating the associated equipment / plant to ensure uninterrupted generation and distribution of power.

This role is shift work on a roster system, working a combination days and nights.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor individual operating equipment for proper operations.
• Safely start and stop equipment and bring on-line and off-line.
• Configure and manage the power system to meet the dynamic load demands considering the design and operational requirements.
• Perform routine log checks and inspections on equipment.
• Perform level 1 and level 2 maintenance on diesel engines and associated equipment.
• Interpret schematic drawings to co-ordinate configuration changes and fault finding.
• Provide knowledge and training support to new shift operators.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• Certificate III in ESI Generation with a minimum of 4 years prior relevant experience.
• A broad knowledge of operational systems and practices, gained through extensive experience and/or education, is required.
• Power Plant experience (or similar industrial work environment).
• High school, secondary school or equivalent education is required.
• Candidates must be eligible to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance. Eligibility can be found at http://www.defence.gov.au/agsva

Don’t miss the opportunity to build your career in a world class team and help build the defence systems that keep Australia safe.

As our employees say, we do great work at Raytheon Australia and it’s great to workhere. Come and find out why!

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career access your next mission now by clicking the Apply button below or contact us at careersraytheon.com.au

RTX is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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