Electrical Technician Cathodic Protection (Antwerp)

Fluxys is an international energy infrastructure group with 1,300 employees active in gas transmission & storage and liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminalling

The Grid Department manages the Fluxys Belgium transmission grid

The department aims to ensure that natural gas is supplied to end users at all times and to guarantee the safety of facilities and the environment as well as that of the staff involved

As a purpose-led company, we're committed to fast-tracking the shift to a carbon-neutral world

We explore new technologies and invest in infrastructure to accommodate hydrogen, biomethane, CO2 and other molecules for a carbon-neutral future.Cathodic protection is a technique for protecting underground steel pipe structures from external corrosion and plays a vital role in maintaining the integrity of our pipeline network

Use of cathodic protection is constantly evolving, so technologies and methods are always being aligned with the latest developments.

Our Cathodic Protection Operations Department in the Northeastern region is looking for an Electrical Technician – Cathodic Protection (m/f/x).

Ensuring the high-quality, safe and efficient operation of the cathodic protection system to keep the underground infrastructure of the Belgian natural gas transmission grid in good condition.

• After a training period, you will be jointly responsible for operational cathodic protection activities primarily in the province of Antwerp and he surrounding area, although your work area extends across all of Flanders.
• You will be responsible for evaluating the cathodic protection system in pipes and stations
  

  You will carry out on-site measurements on the basis of thorough preparation

• You will inspect and perform maintenance work on cathodic protection equipment.
• You will organise cathodic protection work, from preparation to commissioning, and ensure safe and efficient execution
• You will help to monitor internal and external projects that could affect the cathodic protection system, and take part in specific research linked to particular findings
• You will spend a large part of your time on site
  

  In addition, you will take care of the administrative follow-up on your actions, prepare final reports and adjust the relevant information where necessary
  

  This will mainly be done in one of our local offices

• You will perform your tasks in collaboration with your close colleagues in the zone and be in contact with other departments as well as with external parties (end consumers, other pipeline operators, etc.)
  

  You will be involved in technical developments in the field, allowing you to contribute to the development of your own role

• You hold a bachelor's degree in electromechanics, electricity or electronics
• Relevant experience in an electrical engineering position would be an asset
• You have an affinity for ICT applications and a firm grasp of MS Office in particular
• You can work independently but also operate well in a team
• You are open to new developments in your job and are willing to take the initiative
• You are accurate, efficient and solution-oriented in your work, paying due attention to safety
• You have good communication skills (both oral and written)
• You can quickly absorb new technical knowledge, can spot potential connections, and have strong analytical skills
• You are fluent in Dutch; a basic knowledge of French and/or English would be an advantage
• You are prepared to travel within Belgium using a company vehicle