Mechanical Technician - Energy ERF Site
Location: Exeter
Working Pattern: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday (1 in 4 callout rota)
Salary: £58,000 per year
Job Type: Full Time | Permanent | Days
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled Mechanical Technician to join a leading Energy Recovery Facility (ERF). This role is ideal for someone with a background in mechanical maintenance within a process, energy, utilities, or heavy industrial environment.
As a Mechanical Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of the facility through hands‑on maintenance and fault diagnosis of key mechanical systems.
Key Responsibilities
* Perform planned and unplanned mechanical maintenance to ensure plant availability and reliability.
* Diagnose faults and carry out repairs on mechanical systems and components.
* Assist in the coordination and supervision of contractors when required.
* Input maintenance activities accurately into the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
* Conduct plant and area safety inspections in line with site standards.
* Work in compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
* Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across maintenance operations.
* Participate in a 1 in 4 callout rota, providing emergency maintenance support when required.
Requirements
Essential
* Experience in mechanical maintenance within a power plant, process industry, or similar environment.
* Familiarity with maintenance management systems.
* Strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
* Problem‑solving and logical thinking capabilities.
* Recognised mechanical qualification (e.g. City & Guilds/NVQ) including completion of a formal apprenticeship.
Desirable
* Experience working under Safe Systems of Work and Permit to Work procedures.
* Basic IT literacy and familiarity with CMMS platforms.
* Additional qualifications such as welding certification, health & safety training, or a full UK driving licence.
* Previous experience within Energy from Waste (EfW), Energy Recovery Facilities (ERF), power generation, or heavy industrial sectors.
What's in it for you
* Competitive salary of £58,000 per year.
* A secure and permanent role within a growing and future‑focused energy business.
* Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
* A collaborative working environment with a strong focus on safety, reliability, and sustainability.
* Participation in a structured callout rota with additional earning potential.
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