Maintenance engineer

Job Description

Maintenance EngineerPertemps are recruiting for a Maintenance Engineer on a 3-month fixed-term contract.Pay Rate: £20 per hourWe are seeking a motivated and safety-conscious engineer with mechanical and/or electrical engineering experience to support the operation and maintenance of renewable energy equipment. This role plays a key part in ensuring the safe, efficient and compliant running of plant operations, helping to convert organic food waste into clean energy.Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance on mechanical, electrical and PLC systems
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and complete reactive repairs to minimise downtime
• Maintain and support specialist equipment, including CHP units, Grid Entry Units and biogas compressors
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with health, safety and environmental procedures
• Monitor operational performance, recording data relating to gas quality, temperature control and feedstock management
• Participate in on-call rota duties and remote monitoring activities when required
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the site

About You:

• Qualified in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or able to demonstrate equivalent engineering experience
• Proven maintenance engineering experience within an industrial, process, manufacturing or similar environment
• Knowledge of planned preventative maintenance systems
• Strong understanding of health, safety and environmental practices
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Self-motivated, proactive and adaptable approach to work
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to prioritise workloads effectively
• Flexible and willing to work across a range of shift patterns to support operational requirements
• Full UK driving licence
• Knowledge of DSEAR and ATEX regulations
• Experience working with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems
• COTC, IOSH, NEBOSH, confined space, working at height, first aid or banksman training

The successful candidate will be comfortable working in a hands-on operational environment and carrying out physical engineering duties where required.To apply or find out more, contact Pertemps today.