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1 POSITION DESCRIPTION TITLE: DEPARTMENT: MANAGER: Gas Turbine Technician Dry Creek Synergen Operations Synergen Production Manager 1 BACKGROUND ENGIE s Australian generation business, established in 1996, is one of the largest private generators in Australia. It has a diverse mix of assets including renewable, gas-fired and brown coal-fired plants in Victoria, South Australia and Western Australia. The company supplies 12 per cent of Australia s National Electricity Market and has an installed generating capacity of more than 3,550 MW (gross). ENGIE s retail business, Simply Energy, has more than 550,000 customer accounts in Victoria, South Australia, New South Wales and Queensland. With a presence in 70 countries, ENGIE employs 154,900 people. The Group is listed on the Paris and Brussels stock exchanges (ENGI) and is represented in the main international indices: CAC 40, BEL 20, DJ Euro Stoxx 50, Euronext 100, FTSE Eurotop 100, MSCI Europe, DJSI Europe and Euronext Vigeo (World 120, Eurozone 120, Europe 120 and France 20). ENGIE develops its businesses (power, natural gas, energy services) around a model based on responsible growth to take on the major challenges of energy s transition to a low-carbon economy: access to sustainable energy, climate-change mitigation and adaptation and the rational use of resources. The Group provides individuals, cities and businesses with highly efficient and innovative solutions largely based on its expertise in four key sectors: renewable energy, energy efficiency, liquefied natural gas and digital technology. For more information: 2 INTRODUCTION This Position Description describes all the important features of the job that will, in particular, enable the specific objectives of the organisation to be achieved. The attributes of a person able to perform this job are described in the Position Requirements and Key Selection Criteria. 3 JOB PURPOSE The Synergen Operations team exists for the purpose of providing operating and maintenance support to the Pelican Point Power, Synergen Power and Canunda Power assets in South Australia. The Gas Turbine Technician is accountable to Site Managers and the Synergen Production Manager for the implementation of ENGIE in Australia policies and procedures and the safe and reliable operations of the gas turbine generating stations. The role combines hands-on operation, monitoring and maintenance of the gas turbine generators and associated equipment, along with supervisory responsibilities for contractors and external service providers. The role is primarily based at the Dry Creek Power Station, while providing regular support and cover on an as required basis at the Mintaro Power Station. Therefore, regular travel between the two sites will be required. Travel to other Engie in Australia sites will be required from time to time. Page 1 of 5

2 4 REPORTING STRUCTURE The Gas Turbine Technician reports to Synergen Production Manager. 5 DIMENSIONS AND AUTHORITY FINANCIAL This position has no direct budgetary accountabilities. STAFF The position manages no direct reports, although will have supervisory responsibilities for contractors and external service providers from time to time. Page 2 of 5

3 6 WORKING RELATIONSHIPS INTERNAL Reports directly to the Synergen Production Manager whilst taking direction from Site Managers INTERNAL CONTRACTS All ENGIE South Australian personnel Trading and Portfolio Management Team Various ENGIE personnel across Australia and throughout the world. Internal Auditors. EXTERNAL CONTRACTS Contractors and Service Providers Suppliers External Auditors ElectraNet System Control 7 KEY RESULT AREAS The goals and work activities listed are intended to describe the essential functions assigned to this job. They are not intended as an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. Take reasonable care for your own safety. Take reasonable care that your acts or omissions do not adversely affect the health and safety of other personnel or plant. Comply, as far as reasonably able, with any reasonable instruction that is given, to allow Synergen Power Pty Ltd to comply with the Work Health and Safety Act 2012 (SA) and the Work Health and Safety Regulations 2012 (SA). Co-operate with any reasonable policy or procedure in place relating to health and safety in the workplace that has been notified to you. Perform hazard identification, risk assessment and implementation of control actions for all activities and plant. Operate & monitor gas turbine generators and associated plant on a local basis, as required. Conduct training and induction sessions as required. Organise and perform routine tests and inspections to monitor plant performance and condition. Plan and perform plant isolations and electrical switching as required Act as Safety Rules Acceptor and Obtain Safety Controller authorisation as soon as reasonably practicable, and perform Safety Controller duties once qualified. Liaise with the ENGIE in Australia trading team, ElectraNet and other agencies regarding plant operation, performance and maintenance. Maintain documentation to support the operation and maintenance of the gas turbine generating plant. Undertake training and assist in the operation & maintenance of the other ENGIE plants, requiring intrastate travel from time to time. Page 3 of 5

4 Initiate and organise routine maintenance, emergency maintenance and specific projects, including coordination of resources from internal and/or external sources. Identify and co-ordinate plant/site modifications, additions and repairs. Update maintenance programmes, procedures, drawings and worksheets as appropriate. Manage inventory and spares including sourcing suppliers and raising requisitions for non-stock items. Other duties as directed, including carrying out the Site Manager s duties in their absence. Be responsible for electronic archiving of all output and other documentation Outcome, Results and Key Performance Indicators: Implement ENGIE in Australia Safety Rules policies and procedures. Obtain High Voltage Switching Licence. Obtain Construction Industry Induction White Card. Obtain qualifications HLTAID003 Provide First Aid, HLTAID002 Provide Basic Emergency Life support, HLTAID001 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation. Attend plant in response to Alarms and operational needs as required during normal and out of hours. Plan activities, schedule and co-ordinate work. Oversee external contractors. Review plant systems and assess maintenance needs. Attend training when requested/required. Recommend, develop and implement system and process improvements. Undertake project work and ad hoc tasks, as requested. Assist other areas as required. Other duties as assigned. Page 4 of 5

5 8 PERSONAL SPECIFICATION (A) (B) (C) (D) ESSENTIAL Knowledge of plant process control systems and plant operational principles. Safety and Environmental management principles. Knowledge of the Work Health and Safety Act 2012 (SA) and the Work Health and Safety Regulations 2012 (SA). Computing skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office products. DESIRABLE Understanding of plant performance monitoring and the parameters which affect thermal performance and the means to control them. Process Safety Rules Knowledge of legislative requirements pertaining to a power plant. Working knowledge of Power Plant Operations and Maintenance. Working knowledge of Gas Turbine operations. Working knowledge of instrumentation and control systems. Experience in process isolation systems and High Voltage switching. QUALIFICATIONS Formal qualifications in a Technical, Trade or Engineering related discipline. Current Class Car Driver s Licence. INTERPERSONAL CAPABILITIES Advanced problem solving and decision making skills. Competent planning and scheduling skills. Ability to work to deadlines during peak periods of activity. Be able to work as part of a team. Be self motivated and be able to work with a minimum of supervision. Good written and oral communication skills. Demonstrate a professional approach when dealing with others. Page 5 of 5