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Hemel Hempstead
British Pipeline Agency Limited
Mechanical technician
€35,000 a year
Posted: 17h ago
Offer description

Key Responsibilities

* Maintain the integrity of mechanical systems ensuring compliance with company and statutory requirements and in response to breakdowns.
* Oversee and develop a system which implements and records the completion of maintenance and inspection on plant and equipment at allocated locations.
* Perform maintenance and operational tasks on COMAH Top Tier and Lower Tier storage terminals and pipeline systems operated by BPA.
* Provide maintenance and inspection services to maintain 98% plant availability targets within COMAH Top Tier storage terminals and pipeline systems operated by BPA.
* Maintain competency and authorisation to work on high‑pressure mechanical systems in compliance with DSEAR, ATEX, and PSSR regulations.
* Perform and supervise maintenance, testing, fault finding, and repairs on mechanical systems, including high‑pressure equipment, pumps, storage tanks, actuation systems, and oily water treatment systems.
* Prepare risk assessments, issue permits and certificates, and oversee safe working practices for internal staff and contractors.
* Support engineering projects by contributing to planning and execution stages, ensuring safety and operational standards are met.
* Supervise works near buried pipelines, following established safety procedures.
* Respond to operational emergencies, liaising with emergency services and regulatory bodies as needed.
* Operate with delegated authority to define safe working conditions for activities on BPA sites.
* Participate in an out‑of‑hours call‑out roster for troubleshooting and corrective maintenance on a 24/7‑365‑day basis. Work additional hours as reasonably expected to fulfil extraordinary maintenance and inspection duties and project work which will occasionally necessitate night working.


Qualifications and Experience

* A recognised professional qualification in a relevant mechanical discipline to NVQ level 3 or equivalent standard, or extensive demonstrable experience in lieu of this.
* Aware of fundamental health and safety practices in the workplace.
* Experience of maintenance, root cause fault analysis and ability to work under pressure and respond to emergency situations including dealing with emergency services and statutory bodies.
* Full driving licence.
* Experience working in a hazardous process industry.


Basic Salary & Benefits

* Basic salary: £35,000 + overtime and standby allowance.
* Ongoing training and development opportunities to support your professional growth.
* Company van.
* Generous pension (up to 12% employer contribution, 2% minimum employee).
* Annual bonus scheme (up to 12% of annual salary) with an extra 6% possible for standout performance.
* Life insurance (4x annual salary).
* 28 days holiday + 8 bank holidays plus the ability to buy/sell holidays.
* Family‑friendly policies from day 1 of employment.
* An award‑winning private medical insurance scheme with additional perks.
* Employee assistance support scheme.


Diversity & Inclusion

We know that diverse teams drive innovation and excellence. Research shows that people from under‑represented groups may hesitate to apply if they don’t meet every requirement. At BPA, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every detail in the job description, we encourage you to still apply, as you may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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