Pump Engineer

SP 26 (2022/23), 4x4 vehicle provided
Reporting to the Operations Manager

To plan and maintain all pumping station plant, equipment and buildings.

Maintenance of pumping plant and associated control equipment
Liaise with OS to ensure adequate manpower and resources are available
Liaise with OS regarding the Fitters/ Assistant Pump Engineers work programme
Investigate and advise on the purchase of new plant, equipment and software
Organise and supervise external contractors
Liaise with equipment Insurance inspectors
Draw up and prepare relevant specifications and contract documents
Liaise with EA officers relating to the Black Sluice Pumping Station and control of the SFF Drain water levels
Attend relevant meetings to ascertain priorities and policies of the Board
Attend breakdowns and carry out general repair works to pumping station equipment
Locate and order spare parts
Monitor and act upon the workforce operatives pumping station inspection reports
Organise trials on Dual Drive gearboxes
Monitor telemetry system (7 days a week)
Control security of pumping stations
Call out work force when required
Develop new systems throughout
Work in close co-ordination with the Pump Engineers Assistant on all aspects of the role but in particular the mechanical side
Any other duties that are reasonably asked of you