Meridian Energy – Wellington, North Island
Meridian is the largest producer of renewable electricity in Aotearoa and we strive to deliver clean energy for a fairer and healthier world. We only generate electricity from 100% renewable resources – wind, water, and sun, because we believe that's the best way forward for our planet and our communities. And, we're doing what we can to help Aotearoa reduce their carbon emissions and support others in our generation communities to do the same. We also retail electricity to more than 365,000 homes, businesses, and farms across New Zealand through our Meridian and Powershop brands.
Why is Project Alpha Important to Meridian?
Join us in revolutionising the future of energy with Project Alpha! We are implementing a state-of-the-art SCADA-based Generation Control System to replace the existing one, ensuring seamless monitoring and control of Meridian's diverse energy assets, including hydro, wind, and solar, from a remote location. This innovative project guarantees the efficient and reliable generation of clean energy, reinforcing our commitment to sustainability and technological excellence. Be part of a dynamic team driving the transformation of energy management and making a tangible impact on the environment. If you are passionate about renewable energy and advanced control systems, Project Alpha is the perfect opportunity for you!
Job Description
What you'll be doing
This position is responsible for planning and undertaking modifications to the PLC and support systems as required to support the new SCADA system and other improvements to existing local control functionality.
Additionally interfacing with the project test workstream to ensure testing is complete and repeatable is required.
The PLCs to be modified and interfaced with are Rockwell PLC5 and ControlLogix.
Qualifications
What you'll bring
Experience with Rockwell PLC Products (PLC5 and ControlLogix), including configuration and code development.
Work in a heavy industrial site, with preference towards experience in power generation.
Participated in major projects including geographic spread.
Experience collaborating with a wide range of people.
Skills in the preparation and execution of testing through all project stages (FAT, SAT, etc…).
Excellent report preparation and communication skills.
Ability to travel as required.
Additional Information
Why Meridian?
At Meridian, we value all people. We embrace different ways of thinking, living and working, because we believe diversity benefits us all. It makes our capabilities even stronger. We encourage all our people to feel comfortable bringing their whole selves to work and we're proud to have a diverse and inclusive workplace. So, no matter who you are, you'll find it a great place to work.
We value and live by three 'How to Be's': 'be gutsy', working together by 'being in the waka' and doing the right thing by 'being a good human'. We work hard and value the importance of connection and fun, whether this be through daily quizzes, morning teas, birthday and cultural celebrations both in person and virtually!
Sustainability sits firmly in our DNA both socially and environmentally. We proudly support KidsCan and the Kakapo Recovery and work side-by-side with our generation communities to empower and support projects where needed. There are many opportunities to volunteer to any of our partnerships throughout the year.
What we can offer you!
We value work/life balance so our WFH and flexible work options (where possible) make things easier for you and your whanau. We also offer:
an attractive and competitive salary package.
enhanced leave provisions: three company-paid days (over the holiday period), enhanced parental leave.
enhanced KiwiSaver contributions
excellent learning and development opportunities, we want you to be the best version of yourself and will help you get there!
Award-winning wellbeing programme that provides support whenever and wherever you need it
employee discounts off your power with Meridian, every bit counts
a one-off $400 payment to support your work-from-home set-up (if needed)
All in all, we're an awesome place to work. If this sounds like you and you want to bring your energy and use your power to make a difference (pun intended), then apply today and tell us why!
If you've any questions, or would like the full Position Description, please email ****** and one of our team will get back to you. We're committed to becoming more accessible and providing support if needed, please get in touch via email or phone if there are any parts of our process you would like assistance with.
Advertising closes on 19 November 2024 (please note this is subject to change)
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