Deputy Preservation Lead - Redcar

About The Role

Do you want to be at the forefront of one of the world’s most ambitious sustainability initiatives?

Balfour Beatty have created iconic buildings and infrastructure all over the world over the past 115 years redefining excellence and setting the industry benchmark with every project.

As a result, alongside several consortium partners; Balfour Beatty have been selected by bp (British Petroleum) to construct a first-of-a-kind fully integrated gas-fired power station with carbon capture and storage which is a key driving force behind plans to make Teesside the UK’s first decarbonised industrial cluster.

Balfour Beatty is seeking a dynamic Deputy Preservation Lead to contribute to the Net Zero Teesside (NZT) project based at our site in Redcar and Cleveland.

What you'll be doing

Preservation Planning & Strategy

• To assist in developing and maintaining the site-wide Preservation Plan covering all mechanical, electrical, I&C, and civil systems. With particular focus on E and I
• Interpret OEM manuals, EPC specifications, and project requirements to define preservation, requirements methods and intervals
• Establish procedures for short-term and long-term storage, commissioning delays, and seasonal layup
• Integrate preservation activities into construction and commissioning schedules
  
  

Execution & Coordination

• Lead and coordinate preservation activities across all disciplines particularly E and I
• Oversee contractors performing preservation work, ensuring compliance with procedures and safety standards
• Ensure correct preservation of critical equipment including gas turbines, steam turbines, HRSGs, generators, electrical systems, and balance-of-plant assets
• Work closely with construction and commissioning teams to ensure preservation tasks are completed on time
  
  

Monitoring, Inspection & Documentation

• Maintain detailed preservation logs, checklists, and inspection records
• Conduct routine inspections to verify equipment condition and identify risks such as corrosion, contamination, or moisture ingress
• Track preservation KPIs and ensure all activities meet project and OEM requirements
• Prepare preservation status reports for system handover and audits
  
  

Technical Governance

• Serve as the site subject-matter expert for preservation techniques
• Review and approve preservation procedures, method statements, and risk assessments
• Liaise with OEMs to resolve preservation-related issues or deviations
• Provide technical guidance and training to site teams
  
  

Risk Management & Quality Assurance

• Identify preservation risks and implement mitigation strategies to prevent equipment damage or warranty issues
• Lead investigations into preservation failures and implement corrective actions
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and site safety policies
  
  

Materials & Storage Management

• Oversee storage conditions for spare parts, consumables, and long-lead items
• Ensure environmental controls (temperature, humidity, cleanliness) are maintained in storage areas
• Manage inventory of preservation consumables such as desiccants, oils, nitrogen, and protective materials
  
  

Handover & Lifecycle Support

• Prepare preservation documentation for system turnover to commissioning and operations
• Support the transition from construction preservation to operational maintenance regimes
• Provide training and guidance for future outage or layup preservation requirements
  
  

The Deputy Preservation Lead is responsible for developing, executing, and governing the preservation strategy for all equipment, systems, and materials across the project. This role ensures that plant assets remain in optimal condition from delivery through installation, commissioning, operation, and any periods of storage or layup.

Who we're looking for

Essential

• Electrical background preferably in heavy engineering, power and O & G industry
• Degree in Electrical, or related engineering discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Significant experience in power generation, ideally within CCGT or large industrial plants
• Strong understanding of OEM preservation requirements for rotating equipment, HRSGs, electrical systems, and balance-of-plant
• Proven experience managing preservation programs during construction, commissioning, or major outages
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, and technical manuals
  
  

Desirable

• Experience working with EPC contractors and OEMs on large-scale energy projects
• Knowledge of corrosion control, asset integrity management, and condition monitoring
• Familiarity with CMMS systems and digital preservation tracking tools
• Leadership experience in a multi-disciplinary environment
  
  

Key Competencies

• Strong organisational and planning capability
• Technical problem-solving and analytical skills
• Effective communication and stakeholder management
• High attention to detail and quality focus
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Safety-driven mindset
  
  

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

Benefits

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

• Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.

25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)

Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave

Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…

About Us

Balfour Beatty’s Major Projects business is delivering some of the UK’s most complex and iconic infrastructure projects including HS2, the new high-speed railway and the first nuclear power station in a generation, Hinkley Point C. Using the latest technology, we’re driving productivity and creating a lasting legacy by delivering sustainable solutions that strengthen communities.

From consultancy and design, to all aspects of construction and maintenance. We have the proven expertise to deliver large-scale projects safely and successfully.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE). In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/

We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedba

ck on the process, please share this with us at: candidaterecruitmentqueries@balfourbeatty.com