CHP Engineer

Neos Recruitment Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced CHP Engineer to join a dynamic team in Manchester. This senior role involves hands-on work with gas engines and turbines, performing overhauls, repairs, and diagnostics across multiple sites. Candidates should have solid expertise in gas turbine maintenance and the ability to work independently, as well as a readiness to participate in a call-out rota. This position offers a competitive salary and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

Vehicle provided

Performance bonus

Ongoing training opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven background in overhauling gas turbine and gas engine units.
• Ability to independently handle complex diagnostics and repairs.
• Strong mechanical and electrical skills necessary for maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform overhaul, service, and repair of CHP gas turbine / gas engine units.
• Conduct complex fault-finding, strip-downs, rebuilds, and major component replacements.
• Work across multiple regional sites while participating in a call-out rota.

Skills

Gas turbine overhaul experience

Electrical competency

Mechanical skills

Independent working

Call-out readiness

Job description

CHP Engineer

Manchester

£45,000 – £48,000 (OTE £65,000) + Vehicle + Bonus

NEOS are recruiting for an experienced CHP Engineer to join one of the UK’s fastest-growing businesses in the renewables and power generation sector. This role is aimed at someone with deep hands-on experience working on gas turbine engines / large gas engines, particularly with overhauls, major repairs and complex diagnostics.

You’ll be working across multiple sites on CHP power units from manufacturers such as Jenbacher, MTU, Cummins and Caterpillar, carrying out planned and reactive maintenance, fault investigation, strip-downs and rebuilds. This is a senior-level role, operating alongside other skilled Operations Engineers.

You will be trusted to work independently on high-value equipment that provides critical support to the grid. The business also operates a call-out rota, which you’ll join once familiar with their fleet and systems.

The business invested over £500,000 into upskilling and training last year alone, and although this position is aimed at someone already highly capable, there is ongoing manufacturer-level training and specialist courses available to stay current with engine upgrades and new technologies.

The Role

• Overhaul, service and repair of CHP Gas Turbine / Gas Engine Units – Jenbacher, MTU, Cummins, Caterpillar
• Complex fault-finding, strip-downs, rebuilds and major component replacement
• Working across multiple regional sites
• Participation in call-out rota and overtime

The Candidate

• Experienced CHP Engineer with strong gas turbine / gas engine overhaul background
• Ability to work independently at a senior level
• Excellent mechanical and electrical competency
• Willing to support call-out and overtime rotation

Please apply with an up-to-date CV and feel free to include a short cover letter explaining why this role is right for you.

Thanks for taking the time to apply. We do our best to respond to every applicant, but due to high volumes, if you haven’t heard from us within 7 days, unfortunately you have not been successful on this occasion. We encourage you to keep an eye on our website for future opportunities. We kindly ask that candidates requiring sponsorship do not apply, as our client is currently unable to offer visa sponsorship. Any applications requiring sponsorship will be automatically rejected.