CHP Generator Technician

NRL Recruitment; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a CHP Gas Power Generation Engineer based in Scotland. The role involves operating and maintaining gas power generation systems at client sites across the UK. Required skills include hands-on experience with CHP gas systems, strong mechanical and control systems expertise, and a clean UK driving licence. The position offers a competitive salary, company vehicle, and other benefits, emphasizing a supportive work environment and commitment to diversity.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Mobile phone & laptop

Contributory pension

Generous holiday allowance

Employee perks & recognition awards

Qualifications

• Proven hands-on experience with CHP gas generation systems.
• Strong mechanical overhaul and control systems modification expertise.
• Clean UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and commission CHP gas power generation systems.
• Conduct routine and preventative maintenance.
• Diagnose faults and implement effective solutions.

Skills

Experience with CHP gas generation systems

Mechanical overhaul expertise

Control systems modification

Excellent communication skills

Fault-finding ability

Job description

CHP Gas Power Generation Engineer - Scotland (Field-Based)

Location: Ideally based in Scotland (UK travel required).

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent.

Salary & Benefits: Competitive salary + company vehicle + mobile phone & laptop + contributory pension + generous holiday allowance including bank holidays + additional company perks and awards.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and commission CHP gas power generation systems at client sites across the UK.
• Conduct routine and preventative maintenance, mechanical overhauls, and modify control systems for enhanced performance.
• Diagnose faults, undertake troubleshooting, and implement effective solutions to minimise downtime.
• Perform performance testing, analysis, and maintain accurate operational and maintenance records.
• Mentor junior engineers and support generator installation phases.
• Coordinate service scheduling and manage maintenance spares cost‑effectively.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients and liaise with contractors.
• Ensure full compliance with safety regulations and environmental standards.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven hands‑on experience with CHP gas generation systems (e.g., Siemens, MWM, MAN, PSI/Ford).
• Strong mechanical overhaul and control systems modification expertise.
• Confidence working independently with excellent communication, organisational skills, and fault‑finding ability.
• Clean UK driving licence (essential).
• Experience commissioning controls (flows, pressures) and diagnosing control system faults.
• Ideal candidate will be based in Scotland or willing to travel across the region and the wider UK.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Company vehicle
• Mobile phone & laptop
• Contributory pension
• Holiday allowance inclusive of bank holidays
• Employee perks & recognition awards
• A supportive, collaborative working environment within a fast‑growing team

We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer.