To support the delivery of maintenance activities across the Power Engineering Services (PES) workshop, contributing to the safe, efficient, and timely completion of planned and unplanned maintenance in line with PES operational standards and safety procedures.
We are Uniper
At Uniper, we are pro-actively transforming the world of energy whilst at the same time ensuring security of energy supply. As an internationally operating company, we work in very diverse teams with the greatest possible working time flexibility for our employees. Our corporate culture is characterized by equal opportunities, mutual appreciation, and respect. With us, you will be able to develop new business models, work on technological solutions for a modern, sustainable, and future-oriented energy supply as well as pro-actively help to shape changes. Interested? Then we will look forward to meeting you!
Your responsibilities
• Assist in carrying out routine and reactive maintenance activities as scheduled by the Maintenance Leading Hand or Maintenance Team Leader.
• Support workshop maintenance including mechanical, electrical, and tooling tasks.
• Help with diagnosing faults and repairing breakdowns to minimise disruption to operations.
• Ensure adherence to PES Safety, Quality and Environmental procedures.
• Participate in toolbox talks and other safety briefings; promote a safety-first mindset.
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance tasks completed.
• Use and maintain tools and equipment safely and responsibly.
• Collaborate with team members and contractors to achieve shared objectives.
• Take instruction and training to develop technical skills relevant to the role.
• Support in preparing the workshop and materials for scheduled maintenance work.
• Follow purchasing processes for maintenance consumables under direction.
Your profile
Key Requirements:
• A recognised apprenticeship or relevant technical/maintenance training.
• Level 3 - NVQ, ONC or C&G qualification.
• Post-apprenticeship experience in a maintenance role.
• Understanding of mechanical and / or electrical maintenance practices (Mechanical bias preferred).
• Ability to work under supervision and follow clear instructions.
• Strong teamwork ethic with a willingness to learn and adapt.
• Good communication skills.
• Attention to detail and awareness of safety.
Desirable:
• Level 4-5 - HNC / HND in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering
• IOSH Managing Safely certification or willingness to work towards it.
• Familiarity with risk assessments, safety documentation, and workshop procedures.
Your qualities
At Uniper, we not only reward our employees with attractive salaries, an excellent company pension and health related benefits for their hard work and dedication to shaping the future energy transition. You can also expect a supportive working culture that offers a wide range of creative and innovative ideas. We enable various flexible working arrangements, whilst also supporting with home office equipment.
Through regular training and workshops, together we work towards visualising yourself in our company as if it were your own. We support you in highlighting your individual potential, achieving your personal goals, and reaching your ambitions. We invite you to become part of our diverse company with international colleagues from more than 80 countries. As an employer, Uniper has committed itself to providing special support to certain areas:
Competitive salary
Personal development and Learning opportunities
Enhanced company pension - With up to 12% company contributions
26 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
Electric vehicle charging at our sites
In house Occupational Health Services
Company funded Private Medical Insurance including free GP service
Performance related benefits
Access to a range of flexible benefits such as Share Incentive Plan, Dental, Critical Illness and Life Insurance, Cycle2Work,or buy and sell extra holiday
Future career opportunities (UK & International) with a strong focus on Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Our employees are the reason for our success. Therefore, you will find many other benefits at the local level to help you reach your potential. Energy evolutionary wanted!
Your contact
Should you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact the UK Talent Acquisition Manager
dominic.lindsey(at)uniper.energy
Please note, we encourage the submission of a covering letter for this role.
Any CV's sent via email would not be taken into consideration. All CV's must be submitted via the online application process only.
Job information
Contract type: Unlimited
Working Hours: Full Time
Start Date: ASAP
Deadline: 07.07.2025
Salary: £40,000 - £47,000
As an employer, Uniper is committed to diversity and equal opportunities. Therefore, we encourage applications from suitably qualified individuals whose capabilities match the role requirements regardless of gender, origin, disability, age, religion, ideology, sexual identity or marital status. We live inclusion and support flexible working.