Process Control and Automation Inspector

Are you an experienced Process Control and Automation Inspector? Do you consider yourself to be personable and an asset to a busy team? Are you based in or around Port Talbot?

We have a Process Control and Automation Inspector role available within Tata Steel (Primary Operations / Hot Rolled Products). The department specializes in processing steel slabs into hot rolled coils through a highly complex and high-speed rolling mill. This role is ideal for someone with strong IT literacy skills and is proactive, a clear communicator and holds good attention to detail.

Role: Process Control and Automation Inspector 

Location: TATA Steel Port Talbot SA13 2NG, United Kingdom 

Rate: £39,265 per annum 

Contract length: Permanent

Start: ASAP (within 1-2 weeks)

Responsibilities:

• Provide a complete range of Engineering activities to optimise production within the Primary Operations work area (Slab Yards and Re-heat furnaces).

• Act as the first point of contact to ensure the continued output of the Hot Mill.

• Diagnose and rectify faults quickly on plant end devices, instrumentation, control systems, and electrical control systems of DC & AC drives and motors.

• Issue permits on electrical systems once authorized and competent.

• Ensure strict compliance with all Health and Safety requirements and implement the company Health and Safety Policy and relevant statutory duties.

• React to engineering, quality, and safety issues as they arise in a timely and effective manner.

• Actively contribute to all activities aimed at improving plant performance.

Essential requirements:

• Completed an approved Apprenticeship with a minimum of NVQ Level 3 Electrical (or equivalent).

• Proven experience in a relevant position with a willingness to undertake further development and training.

• Demonstrated good technical knowledge, along with specific knowledge and experience of fault finding and electrical systems/perimetry.

• Strong knowledge and working experience with PLC programs, instrumentation, and control systems.

• Good understanding of electrical control systems of DC & AC drives and motors.

• Flexibility to work overtime around breakdowns and planned maintenance periods.

Desirable requirements:

• Advanced knowledge and experience working on PLC programs to diagnose faults and work on plant end devices and instrumentation.

• Experience with HMI development and networks.

• Low voltage authorization.

• Specific experience on DC and AC control and drives packages.

• Direct experience working with Furnace and gas systems.

Benefits:

Market competitive salary of £39,265 per annum

35 days holidays per annum

Annual Pay Review

Annual Bonus Scheme (subject to business performance)

One of the UK’s leading defined contribution pension schemes (10% employer contribution / 6% employee contribution)

Free onsite parking at all sites

Employee assistance programme

Exclusive online services including restaurant, local, and national retail discounts

Opportunity for progression into permanent roles

Advice and editing on your current CV

Dedicated team throughout your journey within the role

Paid holiday

Chance to receive £300* for referring a friend

All applicants are subject to vetting checks including but not limited to: Right to work check, medical check and reference check.