Mechanical Technician - Energy From Waste

Astute People; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

Astute People's Power Team are exclusively working with the South Clyde Energy Centre to recruit a full complement of Operations & Maintenance staff. The plant, currently under construction, is capable of processing up to 350,000 tonnes of waste per year, producing power for up to 70,000 homes. This new build Power Station is due to enter commercial operation by the end of 2026. Now is an ideal time to join the power station as you'll be involved in full plant commissioning, training & mobilisation.

We are looking for a Mechanical Technician to join the Maintenance Team on this brand new facility. As the Mechanical Maintenance Technician you'll be responsible for carrying out preventative and corrective maintenance across a variety of critical plant.

If you have the relevant experience (please see below) and are looking for a rewarding role in the Power sector, then please apply.

Responsibilities and duties:

As the Mechanical Technician you will be responsible for:

1. Fault finding and maintaining mechanical assets including boilers, turbines, pumps, valves, compressors, conveyors, gearboxes etc.
2. Working in line with maintenance techniques and best practices.
3. To ensure compliance with the pressure regulations and lifting gear inspection requirements.
4. Involved in continuous improvement activities, plant inspections and fault investigation work.
5. Assisting in plant developments and projects.
6. Supervising and setting to work on site contractors.
7. Maintaining accurate maintenance records on the site CMMS.
8. Assist in outage planning, scheduling and coordination.
9. To ensure the availability of plant spares.

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

1. A recognised qualification in Mechanical engineering at Level 3 (C&G, ONC, NVQ, SVQ) level or higher; other qualifications below this will be considered with extensive experience.
2. Ideally qualified with an IOSH or equivalent with an appreciation of workplace Health & Safety including knowledge of Safe Systems of Work, LOTO, Isolations, SOP's, RAMS would also be considered.
3. Recognised Mechanical Maintenance Apprenticeship.

Personal skills

The Mechanical Technician would suit someone with:

1. At least three years hands on maintenance experience.
2. Familiar with Health & Safety Regulations such as LOLER, PUWER & PSSR.
3. Hands on experience with a range of equipment including boilers, turbines, pumps, valves, compressors, conveyors, gearboxes etc.
4. Practical knowledge of process plant and equipment gained in an industry such as Power Generation, Petrochemical or Oil & Gas etc. Marine Engineers from Merchant Fleet or Royal Navy will be considered.
5. Involvement in plant mobilisation and commissioning is desirable but not essential.

Salary and benefits of the Mechanical Technician role

Competitive salary
Bonus Opportunity
Comprehensive benefits package
Training & professional development
Opportunity to join a new build Energy from Waste plant

INDPOW

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.