To carry out operation and control of the LU electrical and air distribution systems to ensure the safe, reliable, and cost-effective delivery of electrical supplies to the Underground Network. 

To provide operational support to LU’s third-party contractors and stakeholders working on the power network.

Key Accountabilities 

·       Carry out the switching of the LU electrical distribution system to provide safe, reliable, and efficient electrical supplies to LU’s traction, signalling, escalator, compressed air and lighting networks.

·       Monitor work being undertaken on site and administer low voltage safety critical paperwork to staff working within Substations, Switch Houses and Transformer Rooms.

·       Provide an operational interface with LU Network Operations to monitor and deal with faults, incidents and emergencies involving Power Supply assets on a 24-hour continuous basis.

·       Provide clear and detailed reports of events that occurred in your area of responsibility whilst on duty. Provide a clear auditable record of faults, incidents and emergencies involving Power Supply assets, detailing immediate remedial action taken where applicable.

·       Support the planning of maintenance and installation work on the LU electrical distribution system, ensuring safe systems of work are employed when reviewing the relevant Method Statements when required to release plant for works within our Substations, Switch Houses, Transformer Rooms and Bulk Supply Points

·       Provide information for fact finding inquiries and help prepare written reports on operational matters. Carry out Operational Work Instructions.

·       Manage the safe and efficient switch off of traction supplies at the end of Traffic Hours.

·       Participate in the formal training and coaching of new PCR recruits when required.

      ·       Demonstrate excellent verbal communication skills when conveying Safety Critical Messages, which are a key requirement within the operational requirement. Essential

Skills, Knowledge & Experience 

·       The post holder must possess a professional qualification in Electrical Engineering, to at least BTEC (ONC) level and, or have significant experience in a comparable engineering environment. Essential

·       The post holder must successfully complete the Control Room Operators training course and pass a practical test against the control room’s NVQ assessment criteria. Essential

·       The post holder must obtain a Safety Critical License to operate LU's electrical control system. Essential

Must have knowledge of:

·       Power distribution systems Essential

·       Distribution and Railway Traction Substation plant and equipment. Essential

·       Power control systems. Essential 

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We want to represent the city we serve, which will help us become a more innovative and efficient organisation. Our goal is to make our recruitment as inclusive as possible. We are a disability-confident employer who guarantees an interview to any disabled candidate who meets all of the essential criteria. We also use anonymising software that removes identifying information from CVs and cover letters to make the process fair.

Application Process 

Please apply using your CV and a maximum two-page cover letter. 

Think carefully about the skills, knowledge and experience in the advert and detail this in your CV and Cover Letter. Word format preferred and do not include any photographs or images

The closing date for applications is 29/01/2025 @ 23:59

Please note we may close the advert early if we receive a high volume of applicants.

This is a Safety Critical Role - Occupational Health Clearance will be required.

Eligibility – Internal employees Probation: In line with our Resourcing Policy (Feb 2014), internal employees are required to complete their probationary period before applying for internal TfL positions. Please ensure you have successfully completed your probation before submitting an application for this role, otherwise your application may be withdrawn.

Formal warnings: Internal employees with any current formal warnings are not eligible to apply for internal TfL vacancies until the expiry of the warning. Ineligible applications may be withdrawn. Details of what is defined as a current formal warning can be found on Platform: https://transportforlondon.sharepoint.com/sites/Instructions-and-guidance-people-performance-and-rewards/SitePages/Applying-for-a-vacancy-with-a-formal-warning.aspx

NPL Applications: Applications to internally advertised roles can only be accepted from temporary workers who are on PAYE terms via agency or PAYE via Umbrella Companies. Temporary workers who are paid through their own limited companies are not covered by the Agency Worker Regulations and are ineligible to apply. 

Benefits

In return for your commitment and expertise, you will enjoy excellent benefits and scope to grow.  Rewards vary according to the business area but mostly include:

• 29 Days annual leave
• Final salary pension scheme 
• Free travel for you on the TfL network 
• A 75% discount on National Rail Season Ticket and interest-free loan
• Tax-efficient cycle-to-work programme
• Retail, health, leisure and travel offers
• Discounted Eurostar travel