Operations Engineer
Toro Recruitment is working in partnership with a forward-thinking energy infrastructure organisation at the forefront of the UK’s energy transition to find an Operations Engineer. As they continue to scale across the flexible power generation sector, they are seeking an experienced Operations Engineer to help maintain and optimise energy generation sites across their growing national portfolio.
This is an exciting opportunity for an Operations Engineer with hands-on experience in gas engine technology who is keen to contribute to a cleaner, more reliable energy future.
Key Responsibilities of Operations Engineer:
* Ensure the safe and efficient operation of power generation equipment across multiple sites.
* Conduct planned and reactive maintenance on gas reciprocating engines and associated systems.
* Respond promptly to unplanned outages and minimise site downtime through effective fault diagnosis and repair.
* Manage onsite contractors, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and operational standards.
* Maintain accurate site records, logs, and asset data using the company’s internal IT systems.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* Demonstrable experience working with reciprocating gas engines, including maintenance and fault-finding.
* Strong understanding of flexible generation, CHP or peaking power sites.
* Comfortable working independently in the field and collaborating with central operations teams.
* Full UK driving licence with willingness to travel regularly between sites.
* Experience managing external suppliers or engineering subcontractors is advantageous.
What This Role Offers:
* Competitive base salary of £46,500 per annum.
* Quarterly performance bonus of up to 15% (discretionary).
* Paid overtime at £25/hour beyond weekday hours and a generous call-out structure (£100 minimum per call-out).
* Company van, fuel card, and tools provided.
* 25 days’ annual leave + bank holidays, pension scheme, on-call allowance, and unsociable hours supplement.
Apply today to join a portfolio of skilled professionals shaping the UK's energy future