Mechanical Technician - Power Station
📍 Slough | 💷 £50,000 + Bonus & Benefits | 🗓️ Monday to Friday
We are recruiting a Mechanical Technician to join the maintenance team at a newly commissioned power station in Slough.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an apprentice-trained engineer with heavy engineering experience to take on a key role maintaining critical plant equipment.
✅ Key Responsibilities:
Carry out planned and reactive mechanical maintenance across the site.
Diagnose and repair a wide range of mechanical equipment including gearboxes, valves, compressors, pumps, fans, and boilers.
Support the Maintenance Manager with daily maintenance activities and plant optimisation.
Use the CMMS system to log and maintain accurate maintenance records.
Supervise 3rd party contractors during scheduled and unscheduled works.
Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in line with company HSEQ standards.
Provide occasional technical support to operations and fuel handling teams.
🎯 Candidate Requirements:
Recognised engineering qualification (e.g., City & Guilds Level 3, Mechanical Apprenticeship).
Minimum 3 years' experience in a power station or heavy process industry (EfW, CCGT, CHP, Biomass, Nuclear, Petrochemical, etc.).
Experience working with conveyors, valves, pumps, gearboxes, and steam-raising equipment.
Royal Navy Marine Engineers with at least 5 years' service will also be considered.
Ideally IOSH or NEBOSH certified.
Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive, safety-first approach.
💡 What's in it for you:
Salary: circa £50,000 p/a
Bonus scheme + private medical + income protection
Monday-Friday role with good work-life balance
High potential for overtime
Excellent training & career progression opportunities in a growing energy business
📩 Apply now with your CV or call Ashley on (phone number removed) for more information.
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