Operations and Maintenance Engineer

Green Recruitment Company; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Job description

I am looking for an Operations & Maintenance Engineer to join a leading business in advancing clean hydrogen production to support hydrogen-powered transportation across the UK.

Our client develop renewable energy-linked electrolysis plants, managing a project pipeline of 300MW. The company oversees the complete lifecycle of hydrogen projects, from planning to operation.

Role Overview:

This position is based at one of Europe’s largest green hydrogen refueling stations in the West Midlands. Responsibilities include:

• Maintenance & Documentation:

  Create and maintain necessary maintenance documents (WOC, RAMS) for safe operation, calibration, and repair of control systems (electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic).

• Inspections & Repairs:

  Conduct preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs on LV electrical plant and control equipment.

• System Management:

  Maintain records and schematics for control systems using the CMMS; understand P&IDs, loop diagrams, and wiring schematics.

• Improvements & Modifications:

  Recommend improvements to plant apparatus as needed.

• Supplier Coordination:

  Collaborate with suppliers and contractors to ensure compliance with company procedures.

• Team Support:

  Work with operations and maintenance teams to meet collective goals.

• Safety & Compliance:

  Follow all health, safety, and environmental protocols, keeping work areas organized and safe.

Requirements:

• Ideally will have experience as a technician in the industrial gases industry.

• Skilled in performing planned preventive maintenance following OEM guidelines.

• Proficient in reading and interpreting technical documents, including P&IDs, electrical diagrams, and control logic flow diagrams.

• Experienced in creating method statements, conducting risk assessments, and working within permit-to-work systems.