Operations Technician

Job Description Summary
We are looking for an Operator to join our team in the hydropower station O&M, located in the Gilboa.
In this position, you will monitor and operate the Hydropower station equipment from the Central Control Room and from the field. Issue work requests whenever a deviation or malfunction is observed and need to be corrected.
Reporting to the Shift Supervisor and Interact closely with all Hydropower Station personal.

Job Description

General tasks and responsibilities:

Conducting all business activities according to GE’s spirit & letter.
Support the Shift Supervisor in monitoring and operating the Hydropower station in compliance with GE procedures as well as the contract scope.
Support the Shift Supervisor in order to satisfy the daily production program provided by the grid.
In the Central Control Room, receive instructions from the grid operator and adjust the units loads and/or voltage accordingly.
Operate and monitor from the Hydropower station plant’s Central Control Room (CCR) equipment. Monitor process parameters in order to anticipate whenever possible any defect or operation deviation.
Start and stop the Hydropower station equipment in coordination with the Shift Supervisor
Regulate equipment operations and conditions, such as water levels, based on instrument data or from computers.
When directed by the Shift Supervisor, operate in remote or locally the hydropower station equipment in order to ensure safe and reliable operation of the hydropower plant.
Maintain the operating log with operating data as well as with major events occurring at the Hydropower Station
In the field, perform on a regular basis operating round to visualize the Hydropower plant equipment and inform the maintenance staff whenever deemed necessary.
Issue work request in the CMMS for any deviation or malfunction observed on the plant equipment.
Participate in O&M experience exchange events.
Prepare all work activities in accordance with GE EHS and safety government laws & procedures.
Plan and prepare LOTO processes for the maintenance activities.

Requirements:

Electrical and/or Mechanical diploma qualification or equivalent work experience.
Substantial knowledge of practices, functions and processes involved in the operation and maintenance of a Hydro systems or Power Station.
1-2 years experiences with operation or maintenance of Power Stations or equivalent facilities.
The ability to speak and communicate effectively in English and Hebrew.
Good Interpersonal & organizational skill