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Title:

Generator Mechanic

Location – Erbil, Iraq – 12 weeks on/3 weeks off

Duration – 5 years + 2 – Facilities Management Operations (FMO)

Applicants must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance for this role, which requires UK Nationality and 5-10 year footprint living and working in the UK.

Please note this is not a tax-free assignment and you will be subject to UK tax for the duration of the assignment.

The Role

KBR is operating as well as maintenance services for existing infrastructure assets across MOD’s operational estates in Erbil, Iraq.

Responsibilities

• Perform generator maintenance and servicing within contracted timeframes

• Evaluate and complete tasks with motivation and competence

• Manage generation and mechanical works

• Ensure and promote high standards of mechanical hygiene to prevent contamination of prime mover units.

• Carry out planned and reactive repairs on contracted generators and associated fuel systems

• Ensure compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act and implement safe systems of work

• Arrange for generator repairs to be undertaken and satisfactorily completed within contracted timescales

• Initiate and order materials via the Stores Request Service

• Conduct ad-hoc and weekly toolbox talks

• Deliver pre-shift briefs and specific task instructions as required

What We Need

• Recognised and accredited trade qualifications at City & Guilds standards or higher

• Exceptional fault-finding and diagnostic skills for both mechanical and electrical components on prime power and standby generators

• Supervisory experience with strong communication skills

• Proven ability to apply good environmental practices in tasks performed, including investigating accidents and incidents, conducting risk assessments and risk control, and complying with UK health and safety legislation

Desirable:

• Experience working in challenging remote locations or developing countries

• Completed familiarisation courses and product training on Caterpillar prime mover units, FG Wilson Generators and Perkins prime mover units and Woodward control gear, electronic engine controls

• Proficiency in load bank testing

• Familiar with engine diagnostic tools, such as Perkins electronic service tool and CAT electronic technician

• Electrical qualification demonstrating competence and knowledge of IEE regulations at the 18th Edition

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